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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Grasmere is to bus which costs £30 - £95 and takes 10h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Grasmere is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Grasmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Grasmere. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Heaton Cooper Studio via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Grasmere?

The distance between Cardiff and Grasmere is 250 miles. The road distance is 247.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grasmere without a car is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Cardiff to Grasmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Grasmere bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Grasmere?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grasmere is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £95 and takes 10h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Grasmere bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Grasmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Grasmere is 248 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Grasmere.

Where can I stay near Grasmere?

There are 3222+ hotels available in Grasmere.

Cardiff to Grasmere - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Grasmere by train, bus, 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 CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake DistrictRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 44m
£66–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
10h 26m
£31–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermere
10h 2m
£33–111
Drive 246.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Grasmere246.3 mi
5h 1m
£60–87
Train, fly to Newcastle, bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Station
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Heaton Cooper Studio
7h 58m
£65–187
Train, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes
7h 30m
£61–198
Train, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakes
8h 12m
£79–278

Cardiff to Grasmere by train and bus

83Weekly Services

6h 44mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Grasmere.

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Distance: 248.1 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Heaton Cooper Studio via Crewe, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heaton Cooper Studio via Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 26m.

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