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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Grantham is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Grantham is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Grantham?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Grantham via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Grantham?

The distance between Cardiff and Grantham is 188 miles. The road distance is 173.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grantham without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £95 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Cardiff to Grantham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Grantham train from?

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

Train or fly from Cardiff to Grantham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grantham is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £250 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Grantham train arrive?

Cardiff to Grantham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Grantham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Grantham is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Cardiff to Grantham.

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

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Where can I stay near Grantham?

There are 285+ hotels available in Grantham.

Cardiff to Grantham - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Grantham by train, car, or plane

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 Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
4h 12m
£95–135
Drive 172.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Granthamcar 172.4 mi
3h 24m
£42–61
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane CWL - EMA
8h 5m
£66–250
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane BRS - EMA
7h 27m
£71–223

Cardiff to Grantham by train

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4h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Nottingham every 2 hours. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, Ryanair and Vueling Airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) once daily.

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