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 £26 - £45 and takes 4h 45m.

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 33m 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 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Keele?

The distance between Cardiff and Keele is 162 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 and line 25 bus which takes 3h 59m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m 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.

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 33m to drive from Cardiff to Keele.

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

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Where can I stay near Keele?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Keele 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, line 25 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stoke-on-Trent
3. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent station to Sneyd Arms PH25
3h 59m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to M6 Keele Services NorthboundUk021
4h 45m
£27–44
Drive 147 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Keele147 mi
2h 33m
£37–54
Train, line 103 bus, line 25 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Bus Station103
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sneyd Arms PH25
4h 41m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 161 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

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 45m.

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