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 Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

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 51m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m 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 Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or fly from Cardiff to Grantham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grantham is to train via London which takes 3h 51m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £60 - £240 and takes 8h 15m.

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 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 424+ hotels available in Grantham.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
3h 51m
£95–185
Drive 172.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Granthamcar 172.4 mi
3h 24m
£43–61
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 16m
£64–207
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
4h 12m
£95–134
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane CWL - EMA
8h 15m
£61–231

Cardiff to Grantham by train and subway

192Weekly Services

3h 51mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Grantham.

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Distance: 252.1 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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 51m. Alternatively, Ryanair and Vueling Airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) 5 times a week.

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