What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross is to bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 3h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Golden Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Golden Cross station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Pool Meadow Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Golden Cross?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Golden Cross. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Coventry via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Golden Cross?

The distance between Cardiff and Golden Cross is 128 miles. The road distance is 115.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Golden Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £22 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross?

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Golden Cross bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Golden Cross train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Golden Cross?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £22 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 3h 44m.

Where does the Cardiff to Golden Cross bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Golden Cross train arrive?

Cardiff to Golden Cross train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Golden Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Golden Cross is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cardiff to Golden Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Golden Cross?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Golden Cross?

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Where can I stay near Golden Cross?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 39m
£23–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
3h 44m
£18–51
Drive 114.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Golden Crosscar 114.9 mi
2h 18m
£28–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Dale House to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X1
4h 52m

Cardiff to Golden Cross by train and foot

103Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Golden Cross.

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Distance: 127 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Golden Cross, Coventry, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £19–90 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Golden Cross via Birmingham Coach Station and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 3h 44m.

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