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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sheffield is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sheffield is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sheffield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sheffield. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Sheffield?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sheffield. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sheffield?

The distance between Cardiff and Sheffield is 186 miles. The road distance is 181.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sheffield without a car is to train via Derby which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cardiff to Sheffield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sheffield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sheffield train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sheffield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sheffield is to train via Derby which takes 3h 26m and costs £40 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sheffield bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Sheffield train arrive?

Cardiff to Sheffield train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sheffield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sheffield is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Cardiff to Sheffield.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Sheffield?

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Cardiff to Sheffield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Sheffield by train, bus, or car

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Train via Derby
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to DerbyCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to SheffieldReading - Newcastle / ...
3h 26m
£44–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk078
6h 45m
£21–54
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2131 / ...
5h 27m
£23–68
Drive 180.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sheffield180.7 mi
3h 25m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SheffieldCardiff Central - Edinburgh
3h 33m
£65–160
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwayPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to SheffieldPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
4h 3m
£86–157

Cardiff to Sheffield by train

84Weekly Trains

3h 26mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Sheffield.

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sheffield via Derby in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Sheffield Interchange/E2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 27m.

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