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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Peterborough is to bus and train which costs £24 - £80 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Peterborough is to train via London which takes 3h 6m and costs £60 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Queensgate Bus Park via Knebworth Park Estate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Peterborough via Paddington and King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Peterborough?

The distance between Cardiff and Peterborough is 224 miles. The road distance is 174.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Peterborough without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 6m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Cardiff to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Peterborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Peterborough train from?

Cardiff to Peterborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Peterborough?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Peterborough is to train via London which takes 3h 6m and costs £60 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Peterborough bus arrive?

Cardiff to Peterborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Knebworth Park Estate station.

Where does the Cardiff to Peterborough train arrive?

Cardiff to Peterborough train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Peterborough is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Cardiff to Peterborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 454+ hotels available in Peterborough.

Cardiff to Peterborough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Peterborough by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to PeterboroughLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
3h 6m
£62–172
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk078 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PeterboroughBirmingham New Street - Ely / ...
6h 10m
£25–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Knebworth Park EstateK07
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Queensgate Bus ParkK04
6h 5m
£42–58
Drive 173.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Peterborough173.5 mi
3h 31m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PeterboroughBirmingham New Street - Ely / ...
4h 32m
£46–146

Cardiff to Peterborough by bus

2Weekly Buses

6h 5mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Peterborough.

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Distance: 223.1 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Peterborough via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and King's Cross in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Queensgate Bus Park via Knebworth Park Estate in around 6h 5m.

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