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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bakewell is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bakewell is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bakewell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bakewell. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Square via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bakewell?

The distance between Cardiff and Bakewell is 176 miles. The road distance is 166.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bakewell without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £85 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cardiff to Bakewell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bakewell bus from?

Cardiff to Bakewell bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bakewell?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bakewell is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bakewell bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bakewell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bakewell is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Bakewell.

Where can I stay near Bakewell?

There are 2720+ hotels available in Bakewell.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Bakewell 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 / ...
4h 59m
£87–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
7h 1m
£34–83
Drive 165.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bakewellcar 165.4 mi
3h 20m
£42–60
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 11m
£79–130

Cardiff to Bakewell by train and bus

90Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.3 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Square via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D3 in around 7h 1m.

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