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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Alcester is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Alcester is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Alcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Alcester station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Police Station via Barford St and Redditch Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Alcester?

The distance between Cardiff and Alcester is 130 miles. The road distance is 92.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Alcester without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cardiff to Alcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Alcester bus from?

Cardiff to Alcester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Alcester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Alcester is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 24m.

Where does the Cardiff to Alcester bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Alcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Alcester is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Cardiff to Alcester.

Where can I stay near Alcester?

There are 1371+ hotels available in Alcester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Alcester 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 Cardiff Central to UniversityCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 26m
£38–105
Drive 92.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Alcester92.2 mi
1h 47m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Barford St to Redditch Bus Station50A
5h 24m
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to HerefordCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to BromsgroveHereford - Birmingham New Street
4h 20m

Cardiff to Alcester by train and bus

101Weekly Services

3h 26mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Alcester, Warwickshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to University hourly. Tickets cost £29–95 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Police Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Barford St, and Redditch Bus Station in around 5h 24m.

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