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 £27 - £60 and takes 9h 45m.

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 5h 55m.

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 5h 55m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Castle Head?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Castle Head is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 9h 23m.

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 3362+ 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 / ...
5h 55m
£77–110
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Grange-over-Sands
9h 45m
£28–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
9h 23m
£48–99
Drive 231.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Castle Head231.3 mi
4h 42m
£58–84
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 10m
£59–116

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 226.2 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Castle Head via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 9h 23m.

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