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

The cheapest way to get from Banbury to Cardiff is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Banbury to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Banbury and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Banbury to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Banbury and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Banbury to Cardiff?

The distance between Banbury and Cardiff is 160 miles. The road distance is 103.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Banbury to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Banbury to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Banbury to Cardiff train from?

Banbury to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Banbury station.

Where does the Banbury to Cardiff train arrive?

Banbury to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Banbury to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Banbury to Cardiff is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Banbury to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Banbury to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1694+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Banbury to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Banbury to Cardiff by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Banbury to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 43m
£67–137
Drive 103.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Banbury to Cardiffcar 103.3 mi
2h 9m
£26–37
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from West Street to Royal Well Bus Stationbus 801
2. Take the bus from Promenade to Transport Hub arrivalbus 98 / ...
3. Take the train from Gloucester to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 10m
£31–65
Train via Didcot
1. Take the train from Banbury to Didcot Parkwaytrain Banbury - Didcot Parkway
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 4m
£55–108

Banbury to Cardiff by train

127Weekly Trains

2h 43mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Banbury to Cardiff.

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Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Banbury to Cardiff Central via Reading in around 2h 43m.

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