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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Otley is to bus which costs £14 - £35 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Otley is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Otley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Otley station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Otley Bus Station via Bus Station and Headrow E. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Otley?

The distance between Cardiff and Otley is 245 miles. The road distance is 230.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Otley without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £90 - £380.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Cardiff to Otley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Otley bus from?

Cardiff to Otley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Otley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Otley is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £90 - £380. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 7h 12m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £240 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Otley bus arrive?

Cardiff to Otley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Otley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Otley is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Otley.

Where can I stay near Otley?

There are 2674+ hotels available in Otley.

Cardiff to Otley - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 34 bus

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

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 Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to LeedsPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
5h 33m
£93–377
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Leeds City Bus & Coach StationUk078
8h 23m
£14–35
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus StationUk070 / ...
7h 12m
£15–38
Drive 228.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Otley228.8 mi
4h 10m
£57–83
Fly Cardiff Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)CWL - LBA
7h 13m
£70–235
Train, line 34 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leeds
3. Take the bus from City Square F to Otley Bus Station34
6h 9m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Leeds Bradford International Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)BRS - LBA
5h 53m
£76–152
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 Leeds
6h 32m
£64–227

Cardiff to Otley by train and bus

101Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.1 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Otley, Leeds, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Otley Waitrose via Bristol Parkway, Leeds, Guiseley, and Morton Terrace in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Otley Bus Station via Bus Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Headrow E in around 7h 12m.

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