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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rugby is to bus and line 85 bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rugby is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rugby?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bennett Street via Transport Museum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Rugby?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Rugby. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Rugby via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rugby?

The distance between Cardiff and Rugby is 138 miles. The road distance is 123.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rugby without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Cardiff to Rugby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rugby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rugby train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rugby?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rugby is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 86 bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rugby bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rugby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Rugby train arrive?

Cardiff to Rugby train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rugby?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rugby is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Cardiff to Rugby.

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

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Cardiff to Rugby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 86 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Rugby by train, bus, or car

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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 Rugbytrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2h 51m
£57–94
Bus, line 85 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
2. Take the bus from Dale House to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus X1
3. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Lawrence Sheriff Streetbus 85A / ...
5h 49m
£17–25
Bus, line 86 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from Transport Museum to Bennett Streetbus 86
3h 58m
£21–33
Drive 123.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rugbycar 123.2 mi
2h 27m
£31–44

Cardiff to Rugby by train

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Rugby via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bennett Street via Pool Meadow Bus Station and Transport Museum in around 3h 58m.

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