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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Althorp is to bus and train which costs £15 - £35 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Althorp is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Althorp?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Althorp. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at East Lodge via Birmingham Coach Station and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Althorp?

The distance between Cardiff and Althorp is 164 miles. The road distance is 131.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Althorp without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 19m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Cardiff to Althorp, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Althorp bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Althorp?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Althorp is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Cardiff to Althorp bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Althorp?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Althorp is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Cardiff to Althorp.

Where can I stay near Althorp?

There are 862+ hotels available in Althorp.

Cardiff to Althorp - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Althorp 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
3. Take the bus from Rugby Rail Station to East Lodgebus 96
4h 19m
£30–110
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugbytrain
3. Take the bus from Rugby Rail Station to East Lodgebus 96
5h 17m
£16–33
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Althorpcar 130.3 mi
2h 49m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 24m
£31–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Parkbus 707
6h 41m
£27–59

Cardiff to Althorp by train and bus

103Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Althorp.

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Distance: 163.3 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to East Lodge via Birmingham New Street, Northampton, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to East Lodge via Birmingham Coach Station, Coach Park, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 6h 41m.

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