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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Keele University is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Keele University is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Keele University?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Keele University. 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 5h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Keele University?

The distance between Cardiff and Keele University is 159 miles. The road distance is 147.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Keele University without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Cardiff to Keele University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Keele University bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Keele University?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Keele University is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Keele University bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Keele University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Keele University is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Cardiff to Keele University.

Where can I stay near Keele University?

There are 1085+ hotels available in Keele University.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Keele University 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 Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stoke-on-TrentBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 56m
£40–125
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
5h 9m
£27–44
Drive 146.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Keele University146.8 mi
2h 34m
£37–53
Train, line 85 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Darwin Building85
4h 1m

Cardiff to Keele University by train, bus, and foot

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 158.4 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Keele University via Birmingham New Street, Stoke-on-Trent, Stoke-on-Trent station, and Darwin Building in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Keele University via Lordswood Rd, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, and M6 Keele Services Northbound in around 5h 9m.

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