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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ashbourne is to bus which costs £23 - £65 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ashbourne is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ashbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ashbourne station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ashbourne?

The distance between Cardiff and Ashbourne is 166 miles. The road distance is 150.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ashbourne without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Cardiff to Ashbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ashbourne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ashbourne?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ashbourne is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £65 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ashbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ashbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ashbourne is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Cardiff to Ashbourne.

Where can I stay near Ashbourne?

There are 1599+ hotels available in Ashbourne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Ashbourne 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 Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 41m
£29–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 134 / ...
5h 45m
£23–64
Drive 149.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ashbournecar 149.2 mi
2h 55m
£36–52
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Uttoxetertrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
5h 27m
£53–72

Cardiff to Ashbourne by train and bus

92Weekly Services

3h 41mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Ashbourne.

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Distance: 164.8 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £25–110 and the journey takes 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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