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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lichfield is to bus which costs £13 - £35 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lichfield is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lichfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lichfield station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via The Square Peg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lichfield?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lichfield. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Lichfield City via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lichfield?

The distance between Cardiff and Lichfield is 125 miles. The road distance is 123.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lichfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Cardiff to Lichfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lichfield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lichfield train from?

Cardiff to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Lichfield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lichfield is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham Coach Station, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 4h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lichfield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Lichfield train arrive?

Cardiff to Lichfield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lichfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lichfield is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Lichfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Lichfield?

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Where can I stay near Lichfield?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lichfield CityBromsgrove - Lichfield Trent Valley High Level / ...
2h 58m
£35–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
4h 52m
£14–33
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Square Peg to Bus StationX3
4h 28m
£15–44
Drive 122.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lichfield122.6 mi
2h 17m
£31–45

Cardiff to Lichfield by train

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2h 58mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lichfield City via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and The Square Peg in around 4h 28m.

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