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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Keele is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Keele is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Keele?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Keele. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at M6 Keele Services Northbound via Lordswood Rd and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Keele?

The distance between Cardiff and Keele is 151 miles. The road distance is 147.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Keele without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Cardiff to Keele, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Keele bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Keele?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Keele is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £40 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Keele bus arrive?

Cardiff to Keele bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Keele?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Keele is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Cardiff to Keele.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Keele?

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Cardiff to Keele - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 25 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Keele by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 50m
£40–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rdbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to M6 Keele Services Northboundbus Uk021
4h 55m
£23–40
Drive 147 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Keelecar 147 mi
2h 35m
£36–52
Train, line 25 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
3. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent station to Sneyd Arms PHbus 25
4h 1m

Cardiff to Keele by train and bus

132Weekly Services

3h 50mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.2 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £40–55 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to M6 Keele Services Northbound via Lordswood Rd and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 4h 55m.

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