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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rothley is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rothley is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rothley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rothley. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Cross Green via Birmingham Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rothley?

The distance between Cardiff and Rothley is 161 miles. The road distance is 146.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rothley without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Cardiff to Rothley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rothley bus from?

Cardiff to Rothley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rothley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rothley is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rothley bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rothley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rothley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rothley is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cardiff to Rothley.

Where can I stay near Rothley?

There are 990+ hotels available in Rothley.

Cardiff to Rothley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Rothley 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
5h 3m
£80–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
6h 59m
£19–32
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
5h 55m
£31–71
Drive 145.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rothleycar 145.5 mi
2h 47m
£37–53

Cardiff to Rothley by train, bus, and foot

98Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Rothley.

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Distance: 159.9 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Rothley, Leicestershire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cross Green via Birmingham New Street, Leicester, Rail Station, Haymarket Bus Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Cross Green via Birmingham Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 5h 55m.

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