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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Castleton is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 8h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Castleton is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Castleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Castleton station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Castleton?

The distance between Cardiff and Castleton is 206 miles. The road distance is 176.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Castleton without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Cardiff to Castleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Castleton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Castleton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Castleton is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Cardiff to Castleton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Castleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Castleton is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Cardiff to Castleton.

Where can I stay near Castleton?

There are 1605+ hotels available in Castleton.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Castleton 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 Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to BamfordManchester Piccadilly - Sheffield / ...
5h 49m
£60–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk078
8h 28m
£27–60
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/D2 to Bus Station272
7h 12m
£29–74
Drive 175.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Castleton175.8 mi
3h 22m
£44–63
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwayPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to SheffieldPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
6h
£94–179

Cardiff to Castleton by train and bus

107Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.5 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Castleton, Derbyshire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bus Station via Manchester Piccadilly, Bamford, and Bus Turnaround in around 5h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D2 in around 7h 12m.

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