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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Settle is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Settle is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Settle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Settle. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Market Place via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Settle?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Settle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Giggleswick via Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Settle?

The distance between Cardiff and Settle is 240 miles. The road distance is 222.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Settle without a car is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Cardiff to Settle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Settle bus from?

Cardiff to Settle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Settle train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Settle?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Settle is to train which takes 6h 15m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Settle bus arrive?

Cardiff to Settle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Settle train arrive?

Cardiff to Settle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Settle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Settle is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Cardiff to Settle.

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

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Where can I stay near Settle?

There are 935+ hotels available in Settle.

Cardiff to Settle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 60 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Settle 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 Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancaster
3. Take the train from Lancaster to Giggleswick
6h 15m
£84–130
Drive 221.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Settle221.6 mi
4h 35m
£56–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationX43
10h 19m
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to SettleRochdale - Ribblehead
6h 18m
£90–125
Train, line 60 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LeedsCardiff Central - Edinburgh
2. Take the bus from City Square F to Keighley Bus Station Entrance60 / ...
8h 13m
£66–194

Cardiff to Settle by train

53Weekly Trains

6h 15mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 238.2 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Giggleswick via Crewe and Lancaster in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Market Place via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, and Bus Station Stand 2 in around 10h 19m.

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