What is the cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 12h.

What is the fastest way to get from Alnwick to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Alnwick to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 5h 30m and costs £45 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Alnwick station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Bus Station and Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from Alnwick to Cardiff?

The distance between Alnwick and Cardiff is 365 miles. The road distance is 339.3 miles.

How do I travel from Alnwick to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £85 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Alnwick to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Alnwick to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick to Cardiff bus from?

Alnwick to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Train or bus from Alnwick to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Alnwick to Cardiff is to train which takes 7h 11m and costs £85 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 12h.

Where does the Alnwick to Cardiff bus arrive?

Alnwick to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Can I drive from Alnwick to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick to Cardiff is 339 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Alnwick to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1551+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Alnwick to Cardiff - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Alnwick to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 11m
£88–236
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North RoadUk078
12h
£27–66
Drive 337.3 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick to Cardiff337.3 mi
5h 54m
£84–121
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 30m
£48–215
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h 22m
£150–463
Bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Kingsway GDUk078
12h
£27–66
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 19m
£57–221
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
6h 29m
£89–278
Train, train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 10m
£58–276
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 42m
£111–462

Alnwick to Cardiff by bus and train

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7h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 363.2 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

What companies run services between Alnwick, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Alnmouth to Cardiff Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £85–230 and the journey takes 5h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North Road once daily. Tickets cost £21–60 and the journey takes 9h 15m.

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