What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton is to bus and train which costs £20 - £55 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Long Eaton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Long Eaton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at The Green via Birmingham Coach Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Long Eaton?

The distance between Cardiff and Long Eaton is 159 miles. The road distance is 153.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Long Eaton without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Long Eaton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Long Eaton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £70 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Cardiff to Long Eaton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Long Eaton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Long Eaton is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Long Eaton.

Where can I stay near Long Eaton?

There are 1648+ hotels available in Long Eaton.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Long Eaton 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 Long EatonCardiff Central - Nottingham
3h 7m
£55–110
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Long EatonCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 36m
£21–53
Drive 152.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Long Eaton152.6 mi
2h 39m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station150 / ...
6h 8m
£24–68

Cardiff to Long Eaton by train and bus

79Weekly Services

3h 7mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.8 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Long Eaton, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Long Eaton every 2 hours. Tickets cost £50–110 and the journey takes 2h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Green via Birmingham Coach Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 8m.

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