What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Market Place via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Gateshead via Birmingham New Street and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Cardiff and Houghton-Le-Spring is 328 miles. The road distance is 296.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 25m and costs £170 - £250.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring train from?

Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 25m and costs £170 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring train arrive?

Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2237+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newcastletrain Reading - Newcastle / ...
6h 25m
£170–246
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
10h 14m
£35–65
Bus via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
9h 26m
£57–142
Drive 295.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Springcar 295.2 mi
5h 7m
£73–106
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Houghton Le Springbus
4h 47m
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newcastletrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh / ...
7h 3m
£170–250
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
5h 40m
£123–403
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastletrain
6h 47m
£99–245

Cardiff to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 326.2 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Houghton Le Spring via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, Central Station, Gateshead, and Interchange in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Market Place via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 9h 26m.

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