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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Grantham is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 7m.

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 bus between Cardiff and Grantham?

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

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 £90 - £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 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 Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Grantham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grantham is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Cardiff to Grantham bus arrive?

Cardiff to Grantham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park station.

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

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Where can I stay near Grantham?

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Cardiff to Grantham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Grantham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
4h 12m
£95–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Donington Parkbus D8
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Finkin Streetbus Lc9
7h 7m
£35–78
Drive 172.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Granthamcar 172.4 mi
3h 24m
£43–61

Cardiff to Grantham by train

83Weekly Trains

4h 12mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Grantham.

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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, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Finkin Street via Donington Park, Friar Lane, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 7h 7m.

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