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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Atherstone is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Atherstone is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Atherstone station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Atherstone?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Atherstone. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Atherstone via Tamworth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Atherstone?

The distance between Cardiff and Atherstone is 133 miles. The road distance is 128 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Atherstone without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cardiff to Atherstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Atherstone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Atherstone train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Atherstone?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Atherstone is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to Atherstone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Atherstone train arrive?

Cardiff to Atherstone train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Tamworth High Level station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Atherstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Atherstone is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Atherstone.

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

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

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Cardiff to Atherstone - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 110 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tamworth High Leveltrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 9m
£71–102
Drive 127.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Atherstonecar 127.2 mi
2h 21m
£32–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
5h 2m
£36–80
Train, line 110 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from The Square Peg to Corporation Stbus 110
4. Take the bus from Corporation St to Long Streetbus 6
6h 11m
£41–90

Cardiff to Atherstone by train

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Distance: 132.4 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Tamworth High Level hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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