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 £22 - £65 and takes 8h 59m.

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 42m 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 Kingsway GD and arriving at Bus Station Stand 11 via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

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 Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Middlesbrough?

The distance between Cardiff and Middlesbrough is 294 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 which takes 5h 55m and costs £90 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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 FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD 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, bus or fly from Cardiff to Middlesbrough?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Middlesbrough is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £90 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £22 - £80 and takes 8h 4m, you could also fly, which costs £140 - £850 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Cardiff to Middlesbrough bus arrive?

Cardiff to Middlesbrough bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus 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 42m 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?

Book your Cardiff to Middlesbrough bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Middlesbrough?

There are 1468+ hotels available in Middlesbrough.

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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to DarlingtonReading - Newcastle / ...
5h 55m
£92–379
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach StationUk078
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Express Lounge133 / ...
8h 59m
£22–64
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11
8h 4m
£23–78
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Middlesbrough274.7 mi
4h 42m
£69–99
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlington
5h 23m
£56–156
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to MiddlesbroughManchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
6h 46m
£68–166
Fly Cardiff Airport to Durham Tees Valley Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME)CWL - MME
7h 46m
£148–815
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington
7h 17m
£69–221

Cardiff to Middlesbrough by train

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5h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 292.2 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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 Darlington in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station Stand 11 via Bus Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 4m.

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