What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Head?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Head is to bus and train which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Head?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Head is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Castle Head?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Castle Head. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Castle Head?

The distance between Cardiff and Castle Head is 228 miles. The road distance is 232.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Castle Head without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Castle Head without a car is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Castle Head?

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Cardiff to Castle Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Castle Head train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Castle Head train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Castle Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Castle Head is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Castle Head.

Where can I stay near Castle Head?

There are 946+ hotels available in Castle Head.

Cardiff to Castle Head - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Castle Head 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 CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to LancasterRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 2m
£63–124
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the train from Preston to Grange-over-Sands
9h 43m
£40–77
Drive 231.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Castle Head231.3 mi
4h 42m
£57–83
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Grange-over-SandsManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
6h 11m
£59–137
Train via Manchester #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Grange-over-Sands
7h 18m
£44–322

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Castle Head.

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Distance: 226.2 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Castle Head, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Castle Head via Crewe, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 6h 2m.

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