What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Newcastle-under-Lyme?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Lordswood Rd and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Newcastle-under-Lyme?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

The distance between Cardiff and Newcastle-under-Lyme is 153 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme bus from?

Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme train from?

Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme is to train via Birmingham which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme bus arrive?

Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme train arrive?

Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme?

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Where can I stay near Newcastle-under-Lyme?

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Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stoke-on-TrentBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 9m
£40–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk076 / ...
4h 33m
£27–44
Drive 144.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme144.6 mi
2h 29m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 39m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station64
5h 10m
£39–86

Cardiff to Newcastle-under-Lyme by train

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Newcastle-under-Lyme, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stoke-on-Trent via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Lordswood Rd and Newhall St in around 4h 33m.

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