What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cradley Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cradley Heath is to bus via Newhall St which costs £10 - £27 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cradley Heath?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cradley Heath is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cradley Heath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Cradley Heath. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Central Market Hall via Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cradley Heath?

The distance between Cardiff and Cradley Heath is 120 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Cradley Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cradley Heath without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 10m and costs £30 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Cradley Heath?

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Cardiff to Cradley Heath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cradley Heath bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Cradley Heath bus arrive?

Cardiff to Cradley Heath bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cradley Heath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Cradley Heath is 104 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Cradley Heath.

Where can I stay near Cradley Heath?

There are 3358+ hotels available in Cradley Heath.

Cardiff to Cradley Heath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Cradley Heath 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Colmore Row to Central Market HallX10
3h 10m
£32–95
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
5h 17m
£11–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
3h 21m
£21–36
Drive 103.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cradley Heath103.4 mi
1h 52m
£26–38

Cardiff to Cradley Heath by train, foot, and bus

106Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 119.5 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cradley Heath, England?

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd every 3 hours. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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