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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shirebrook is to bus and train which costs £23 - £90 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Shirebrook is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Shirebrook?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Shirebrook. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Village Hall via Birmingham Coach Station, Corporation Street and Mansfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Shirebrook?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Shirebrook. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Shirebrook via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Shirebrook?

The distance between Cardiff and Shirebrook is 187 miles. The road distance is 172.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shirebrook without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Cardiff to Shirebrook, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shirebrook bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shirebrook train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Shirebrook?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shirebrook is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 7h 29m.

Where does the Cardiff to Shirebrook bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Shirebrook train arrive?

Cardiff to Shirebrook train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Shirebrook?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Shirebrook is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Shirebrook.

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

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Where can I stay near Shirebrook?

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Cardiff to Shirebrook - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NottinghamCardiff Central - Nottingham
4h 51m
£37–129
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk078 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to NottinghamBirmingham New Street - Nottingham / ...
6h 55m
£24–86
Drive 171.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Shirebrook171.5 mi
3h 10m
£43–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
3. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Mansfield Bus Station9.1 / ...
7h 29m
£29–74

Cardiff to Shirebrook by train

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Distance: 186 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Nottingham every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–120 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Village Hall via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, Corporation Street, and Mansfield Bus Station in around 7h 29m.

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