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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Vale is to bus via Newhall St which costs £10 - £26 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Vale is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Castle Vale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Castle Vale. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Merlin Way via Dale End. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Castle Vale?

The distance between Cardiff and Castle Vale is 116 miles. The road distance is 114.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Castle Vale without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Cardiff to Castle Vale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Castle Vale bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Castle Vale?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Castle Vale is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Castle Vale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Castle Vale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Castle Vale is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Cardiff to Castle Vale.

Where can I stay near Castle Vale?

There are 3623+ hotels available in Castle Vale.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 47m
£32–94
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
5h 3m
£11–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
3h 39m
£15–43
Drive 113.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Castle Vale113.4 mi
2h 9m
£29–42

Cardiff to Castle Vale by train, foot, and bus

106Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.3 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £29–95 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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