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

The cheapest way to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ashbourne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashbourne station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Ashbourne to Cardiff?

The distance between Ashbourne and Cardiff is 168 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff without a car is to line 114 bus and train which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashbourne to Cardiff bus from?

Ashbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Ashbourne to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff is to bus which takes 6h 40m and costs £28 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Ashbourne to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ashbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Ashbourne to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashbourne to Cardiff is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Ashbourne to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Ashbourne to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, line 114 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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

Line 114 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 114
2. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 30m
£56–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
6h 40m
£29–73
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Ashbourne to Cardiffcar 148.4 mi
2h 57m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Uttoxeter to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 35m
£41–86

Ashbourne to Cardiff by bus and train

56Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff.

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Distance: 166.7 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cardiff Central via Tesco Store, Uttoxeter, and Crewe in around 5h 35m.

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