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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lincoln is to bus which costs £26 - £75 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lincoln is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lincoln station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Rail Station Car Park via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lincoln?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lincoln. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Lincoln Central via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lincoln?

The distance between Cardiff and Lincoln is 199 miles. The road distance is 194.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lincoln without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £28 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Cardiff to Lincoln, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lincoln bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lincoln train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Lincoln?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lincoln is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £28 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £75 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lincoln bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Lincoln train arrive?

Cardiff to Lincoln train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lincoln?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lincoln is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Cardiff to Lincoln.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lincoln?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain Matlock - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 32m
£29–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station Car Parkbus 151
7h 15m
£26–74
Drive 193.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lincolncar 193.3 mi
3h 28m
£47–68
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lincoln Centraltrain Crewe - Lincoln Central
6h 35m
£69–124

Cardiff to Lincoln by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Lincoln.

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Distance: 198 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Lincoln Central via Nottingham in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Rail Station Car Park via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 15m.

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