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 £28 - £65 and takes 11h 26m.

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 54m and costs £60 - £160.

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 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rothbury?

The distance between Cardiff and Rothbury is 348 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 via Birmingham which takes 8h 4m and costs £80 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m 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 via Birmingham which takes 8h 4m and costs £80 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 11h 26m.

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 1077+ 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 via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to NewcastleReading - Newcastle / ...
8h 4m
£81–307
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUk078
11h 26m
£28–64
Drive 334.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rothbury334.6 mi
5h 54m
£83–119
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 54m
£60–158
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NewcastleCardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 18m
£114–489
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwayPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to AlnmouthPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
9h 7m
£154–459
Bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson StreetUk078
11h 26m
£28–64
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 Morpeth
8h 22m
£73–198
Train, train to Exeter, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)EXT - NCL
7h 53m
£116–324

Cardiff to Rothbury by train, foot, and bus

96Weekly Services

8h 4mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Rothbury.

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Distance: 346.3 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Queen's Head via Birmingham New Street, Newcastle, Haymarket Bus Station Stand Q, and Bus Station in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne once daily. Tickets cost £22–60 and the journey takes 9h 10m.

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