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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Northampton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Northampton is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Coach Park via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Northampton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Northampton?

The distance between Cardiff and Northampton is 158 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Cardiff to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Northampton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Northampton is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Northampton bus arrive?

Cardiff to Northampton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Northampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Northampton is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Northampton.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Cardiff to Northampton - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Northampton by train, bus, or car

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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 NorthamptonBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 21m
£36–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach ParkUk900 / ...
4h 45m
£29–57
Drive 134.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Northampton134.1 mi
2h 46m
£34–49

Cardiff to Northampton by train

106Weekly Trains

3h 21mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.7 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Northampton via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Coach Park via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 45m.

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