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 22m.

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 22m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Grantham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Grantham station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

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 Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Grantham?

The distance between Cardiff and Grantham is 254 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 via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £60 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Cardiff to Grantham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Grantham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Grantham train from?

Cardiff to Grantham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Grantham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grantham is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £60 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Cardiff to Grantham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Grantham train arrive?

Cardiff to Grantham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Grantham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Grantham is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m 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?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Grantham by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to GranthamLondon Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
3h 29m
£61–159
Drive 172.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Grantham172.4 mi
3h 22m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station150 / ...
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station93
7h 24m
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NottinghamCardiff Central - Nottingham
4h 18m
£47–131
Bus via Nottingham
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Phoenix Park Interchange
3. Take the bus from Beastmarket Hill to Bus Station93
8h 57m

Cardiff to Grantham by train and subway

193Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.1 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Grantham via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 7h 24m.

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