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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sellafield is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 11h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sellafield is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sellafield via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sellafield?

The distance between Cardiff and Sellafield is 291 miles. The road distance is 270.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sellafield without a car is to train which takes 7h 34m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Cardiff to Sellafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sellafield train from?

Cardiff to Sellafield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Sellafield train arrive?

Cardiff to Sellafield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sellafield is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Sellafield.

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

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Where can I stay near Sellafield?

There are 449+ hotels available in Sellafield.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Sellafield 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 Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to SellafieldManchester Airport - Corkickle
7h 34m
£68–106
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Sellafield
11h
£34–55
Drive 268.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sellafield268.9 mi
5h 32m
£68–98
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
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 train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
7h 58m
£65–177
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
7h 41m
£61–163
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
7h 44m
£63–231
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 Haymarket to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
8h 15m
£73–246
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Sellafield
8h 24m
£98–314

Cardiff to Sellafield by train

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7h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 289.5 mi
Duration: 7h 34m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sellafield via Manchester Piccadilly in around 7h 34m.

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