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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cartmel is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cartmel is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cartmel?

The distance between Cardiff and Cartmel is 229 miles. The road distance is 236.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Cardiff to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cartmel train from?

Cardiff to Cartmel train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Cartmel train arrive?

Cardiff to Cartmel train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Cartmel is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Cardiff to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 1016+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Cardiff to Cartmel - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Cartmel by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 19m
£92–144
Drive 234.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Cartmelcar 234.7 mi
4h 49m
£59–85
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Grange-over-Sandstrain
7h 7m
£169–463
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 32m
£83–140
Fly Cardiff Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Liverpool (LPL)plane CWL - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancastertrain
8h 32m
£113–224

Cardiff to Cartmel by train and bus

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7h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227.4 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cartmel via Crewe, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 5h 19m.

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