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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aston is to bus via Newhall St which costs £10 - £26 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aston is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Park Rd via Dale End. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aston?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Aston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Aston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aston?

The distance between Cardiff and Aston is 111 miles. The road distance is 109.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aston without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Cardiff to Aston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aston is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 3h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Aston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aston is 109 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Cardiff to Aston.

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

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Where can I stay near Aston?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 13m
£32–95
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
4h 4m
£11–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
3h 10m
£15–43
Drive 108.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aston108.6 mi
1h 59m
£28–40

Cardiff to Aston by train

106Weekly Trains

2h 13mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.1 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Aston, Birmingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £29–95 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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