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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Alnwick is to bus which costs £28 - £70 and takes 10h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Alnwick is to train and fly which takes 5h 18m and costs £50 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Alnwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Alnwick. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Playhouse via Haymarket Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Alnwick?

The distance between Cardiff and Alnwick is 367 miles. The road distance is 340 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Alnwick without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £70 - £500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Cardiff to Alnwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Alnwick bus from?

Cardiff to Alnwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Alnwick?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Alnwick is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £70 - £500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 10h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Alnwick bus arrive?

Cardiff to Alnwick bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Alnwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Alnwick is 340 miles. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Alnwick.

Where can I stay near Alnwick?

There are 1782+ hotels available in Alnwick.

Cardiff to Alnwick - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Cardiff to Alnwick 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 Cardiff Central to AlnmouthCardiff Central - Edinburgh
6h 53m
£71–496
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUk078
10h 53m
£28–68
Drive 338 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Alnwick338 mi
5h 52m
£85–122
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouth
5h 18m
£54–215
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to AlnmouthPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 29m
£154–460
Bus via Green Batt
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson StreetUk078
11h 8m
£28–68
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouth
6h 17m
£62–221
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouth
6h 57m
£68–281
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouth
6h 26m
£86–288
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouth
7h 9m
£80–284
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouth
7h 4m
£147–416

Cardiff to Alnwick by train and bus

6Weekly Services

6h 53mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 365.3 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Alnmouth 6 times a week. Tickets cost £65–500 and the journey takes 6h 19m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £22–65 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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