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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Redcar is to bus which costs £45 - £140 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Redcar is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Redcar?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Redcar. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Redcar Central via Derby and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Redcar?

The distance between Cardiff and Redcar is 295 miles. The road distance is 283.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Redcar without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Cardiff to Redcar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Redcar train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Redcar?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Redcar is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £140 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Cardiff to Redcar train arrive?

Cardiff to Redcar train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Redcar?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Redcar is 284 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Redcar.

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

Book your Cardiff to Redcar train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Redcar?

There are 456+ hotels available in Redcar.

Cardiff to Redcar - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Redcar 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 Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Redcar Centraltrain
6h 17m
£135–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Station Express Loungebus 172 / ...
8h 36m
£49–133
Drive 282.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Redcarcar 282.1 mi
4h 54m
£70–101
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
5h 45m
£76–177
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Redcar Centraltrain Manchester Airport - Redcar Central / ...
6h 52m
£106–191
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
7h 17m
£152–337
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain
7h 34m
£126–302
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Redcar Centraltrain
8h 43m
£167–346

Cardiff to Redcar by train

89Weekly Trains

6h 17mAverage Duration

£135Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Redcar.

Launch map view

Distance: 293.3 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Redcar, Redcar and Cleveland, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Redcar Central via Derby and York in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Redcar Central via Birmingham Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Bus Station Express Lounge, and Middlesbrough in around 8h 36m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.