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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Raunds is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Raunds is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Raunds?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Raunds. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at (Raunds) Shelmerdine Rise via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Raunds?

The distance between Cardiff and Raunds is 221 miles. The road distance is 151.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Raunds without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 26m and costs £70 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cardiff to Raunds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Raunds bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Raunds?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Raunds is to train via London which takes 3h 26m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Cardiff to Raunds bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Raunds?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Raunds is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Cardiff to Raunds.

Where can I stay near Raunds?

There are 561+ hotels available in Raunds.

Cardiff to Raunds - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Raunds 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to WellingboroughLondon St Pancras International - Corby / ...
3h 26m
£71–211
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 Park
3. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Raunds) Shelmerdine RiseX47
7h 8m
£31–61
Train, bus via Rugby
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Rugby
3. Take the bus from Rugby Rail Station to Northampton Bus Interchange96
4. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Raunds) Shelmerdine RiseX47
7h
£42–116
Drive 150.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Raunds150.6 mi
3h 4m
£38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northampton
3. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Raunds) Shelmerdine RiseX47
5h 47m
£41–122
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicester
3. Take the train from Leicester to Kettering
6h 2m
£48–145

Cardiff to Raunds by train and bus

106Weekly Services

7hAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.7 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Raunds via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Wellingborough in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to (Raunds) Shelmerdine Rise via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Park, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 7h 8m.

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