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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sellafield is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 12h 28m.

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 Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sellafield?

The distance between Cardiff and Sellafield is 280 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 32m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m 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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sellafield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sellafield is to train which takes 7h 32m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 12h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sellafield train arrive?

Cardiff to Sellafield train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe 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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Cardiff to Sellafield - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 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 Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancaster
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Sellafield
7h 32m
£78–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
3. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonX4 / ...
12h 28m
£33–80
Drive 268.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sellafield268.9 mi
5h 32m
£67–97
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
8h 1m
£64–174
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Barrow-in-Furness
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Sellafield
7h 55m
£71–137
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
4. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Sellafield
12h 31m
£40–86
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 46m
£60–209
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 17m
£73–189
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 17m
£97–252

Cardiff to Sellafield by train

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7h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.5 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sellafield via Crewe and Lancaster in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Sellafield via Birmingham Coach Station, Penrith Rail Station, Workington, and Workington in around 12h 28m.

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