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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Middlesbrough is to bus which costs £18 - £45 and takes 8h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Middlesbrough is to drive which takes 4h 45m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Middlesbrough?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Middlesbrough station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station Express Lounge via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Middlesbrough?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Middlesbrough. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Middlesbrough via Birmingham New Street and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Middlesbrough?

The distance between Cardiff and Middlesbrough is 286 miles. The road distance is 276.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Middlesbrough without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 57m and costs £50 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Cardiff to Middlesbrough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Middlesbrough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Middlesbrough train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Middlesbrough?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Middlesbrough is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 57m and costs £50 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Middlesbrough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Middlesbrough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Middlesbrough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Middlesbrough is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Middlesbrough.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Middlesbrough?

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Cardiff to Middlesbrough - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Middlesbrough by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Middlesbroughtrain
5h 57m
£54–296
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus Uk078
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Express Loungebus 133 / ...
8h 52m
£18–41
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Express Loungebus 133 / ...
8h 25m
£31–84
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Middlesbroughcar 274.7 mi
4h 45m
£67–96
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Middlesbroughtrain
5h 31m
£36–132
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Middlesbroughtrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
6h 43m
£62–187
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Middlesbroughtrain
6h 34m
£103–378
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
7h 25m
£70–176

Cardiff to Middlesbrough by train

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5h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 284 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Middlesbrough via Birmingham New Street and York in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station Express Lounge via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 25m.

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