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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ironbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ironbridge. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Wyvern via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ironbridge?

The distance between Cardiff and Ironbridge is 127 miles. The road distance is 103 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ironbridge bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ironbridge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ironbridge bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ironbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ironbridge is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Ironbridge.

Where can I stay near Ironbridge?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Ironbridge.

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

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

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 ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 1m
£31–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station409
5h 3m
£22–51
Drive 102.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ironbridge102.4 mi
2h 20m
£26–37

Cardiff to Ironbridge by train and bus

195Weekly Services

3h 1mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ironbridge, Telford and Wrekin, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £26–85 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Wyvern via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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