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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Oakham is to bus and train which costs £22 - £70 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Oakham is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Oakham?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Oakham. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Oakham via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Oakham?

The distance between Cardiff and Oakham is 174 miles. The road distance is 158.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Oakham without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Cardiff to Oakham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Oakham train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Oakham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Oakham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Oakham is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Cardiff to Oakham.

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

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Where can I stay near Oakham?

There are 451+ hotels available in Oakham.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Oakham 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 Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to OakhamBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 1m
£44–131
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to OakhamBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h 24m
£23–66
Drive 157.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Oakham157.9 mi
3h 16m
£40–58

Cardiff to Oakham by train

106Weekly Trains

4h 1mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Oakham, District of Rutland, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Oakham via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 1m.

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