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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ironbridge Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Abraham Darby School via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge?

The distance between Cardiff and Ironbridge Gorge is 128 miles. The road distance is 102.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge bus from?

Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £40 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge.

Where can I stay near Ironbridge Gorge?

There are 990+ hotels available in Ironbridge Gorge.

Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge 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 18m
£40–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Station111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station409
5h 6m
£21–40
Drive 102.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge102.1 mi
2h 18m
£26–37
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Telford CentralBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 36m
£37–108

Cardiff to Ironbridge Gorge by train, bus, and foot

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Ironbridge Gorge via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Abraham Darby School in around 5h 6m.

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