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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Edgbaston is to bus which costs £10 - £26 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Edgbaston is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £29 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Edgbaston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Edgbaston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Plough & Harrow Hotel via Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Edgbaston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at University. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Edgbaston?

The distance between Cardiff and Edgbaston is 106 miles. The road distance is 104.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Edgbaston without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £29 - £95.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to University takes 1h 53m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Edgbaston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Edgbaston train from?

Cardiff to Edgbaston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Edgbaston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Edgbaston is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £29 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via Lordswood Rd, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 2h 46m.

Where does the Cardiff to Edgbaston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Edgbaston train arrive?

Cardiff to Edgbaston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at University station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Edgbaston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Edgbaston is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Edgbaston.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Edgbaston?

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Where can I stay near Edgbaston?

There are 3278+ hotels available in Edgbaston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to UniversityCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
1h 53m
£29–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
4h 26m
£11–26
Bus via Lordswood Rd
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2h 46m
£21–36
Drive 104.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Edgbaston104.1 mi
1h 57m
£27–38

Cardiff to Edgbaston by train

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1h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 105.1 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Edgbaston, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to University hourly. Tickets cost £29–95 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, 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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