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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Althorp is to bus and line 85 bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 42m.

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 54m 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 Pool Meadow Bus Station, Clifton Road and Celtic Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Althorp?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Althorp. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Northampton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Althorp?

The distance between Cardiff and Althorp is 166 miles. The road distance is 131.8 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 which takes 4h 56m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m 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.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Althorp train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Althorp?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Althorp is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 85 bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Cardiff to Althorp bus arrive?

Cardiff to Althorp bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Althorp train arrive?

Cardiff to Althorp train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Althorp?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Althorp is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Althorp.

Where can I stay near Althorp?

There are 917+ hotels available in Althorp.

Cardiff to Althorp - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 85 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
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 56m
£64–112
Bus, line 85 bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Clifton Roadbus 85 / ...
6h 42m
£27–39
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Althorpcar 131 mi
2h 54m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Northamptonbus Uk900 / ...
7h 16m
£30–44

Cardiff to Althorp by train, foot, and bus

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4h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to East Lodge via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Clifton Road, and Celtic Way in around 6h 42m.

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