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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Idle is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 7h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Idle is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Idle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Idle. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Leeds Rd Fourlands Drive via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Idle?

The distance between Cardiff and Idle is 215 miles. The road distance is 214 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Idle without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 5h 14m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Cardiff to Idle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Idle bus from?

Cardiff to Idle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Idle?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Idle is to train via Manchester which takes 5h 14m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £16 - £55 and takes 7h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £240 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Idle bus arrive?

Cardiff to Idle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Idle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Idle is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Cardiff to Idle.

Where can I stay near Idle?

There are 2750+ hotels available in Idle.

Cardiff to Idle - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Idle 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 via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Bradford InterchangeManchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
5h 14m
£57–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach StationUk078
7h 58m
£16–40
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUk070 / ...
7h 3m
£17–54
Drive 212.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Idle212.7 mi
4h 23m
£54–77
Fly Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)CWL - LBA
8h 10m
£70–235
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to LeedsPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 27m
£93–373
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)BRS - LBA
6h 40m
£76–163
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
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 Leeds
6h 20m
£64–223

Cardiff to Idle by train, tram, and bus

111Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Idle Medical Centre via Manchester Piccadilly, Piccadilly, Victoria, Manchester Victoria, Bradford Interchange, and Bradford Interchange Bus Station in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Leeds Rd Fourlands Drive via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

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