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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rothbury is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 11h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rothbury is to train and fly and bus which takes 5h 36m and costs £50 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Queen's Head via Haymarket Bus Station Stand Q and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rothbury?

The distance between Cardiff and Rothbury is 362 miles. The road distance is 336.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rothbury without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £120 - £490.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Cardiff to Rothbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rothbury bus from?

Cardiff to Rothbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rothbury?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rothbury is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £120 - £490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 11h 14m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rothbury bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rothbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rothbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rothbury is 337 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Rothbury.

Where can I stay near Rothbury?

There are 1092+ hotels available in Rothbury.

Cardiff to Rothbury - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Rothbury 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 NewcastleCardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 5m
£125–489
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUk078
11h 14m
£28–65
Drive 334.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rothbury334.6 mi
5h 54m
£84–120
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, bus
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 bus from Bus Station to Queen's Head
5h 36m
£54–138
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MorpethPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
8h 46m
£121–256
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to AlnmouthPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
8h 56m
£154–459
Bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson StreetUk078
11h 14m
£28–65
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Alnmouth
7h 35m
£68–220
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
7h 20m
£145–335

Cardiff to Rothbury by train, foot, and bus

6Weekly Services

8h 5mAverage Duration

£125Cheapest Price

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Distance: 360 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Rothbury, Northumberland, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Newcastle 6 times a week. Tickets cost £110–490 and the journey takes 5h 52m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £21–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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