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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ashington is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ashington is to drive which takes 5h 39m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ashington?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ashington?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ashington via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ashington?

The distance between Cardiff and Ashington is 348 miles. The road distance is 323.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ashington without a car is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £180 - £260.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ashington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ashington train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ashington?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ashington is to train which takes 6h 53m and costs £180 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 12m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ashington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ashington train arrive?

Cardiff to Ashington train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ashington?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ashington is 323 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Ashington.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Ashington?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Ashington?

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Where can I stay near Ashington?

There are 1975+ hotels available in Ashington.

Cardiff to Ashington - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Ashington by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
6h 53m
£181–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
10h 12m
£42–68
Drive 321.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ashingtoncar 321.5 mi
5h 39m
£79–114
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Ashingtontrain
5h 4m
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Newcastletrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
7h 32m
£180–270
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Newcastletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle
7h 54m
£126–220
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 57m
£121–396
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
7h 1m
£99–262

Cardiff to Ashington by train

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Distance: 345.5 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ashington, Northumberland, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle once daily. Tickets cost £170–250 and the journey takes 5h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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