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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Silverstone is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Silverstone is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Silverstone?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Coach Park. Services depart four times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Silverstone?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Silverstone. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Banbury via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Silverstone?

The distance between Cardiff and Silverstone is 176 miles. The road distance is 121 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Silverstone without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £130 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Cardiff to Silverstone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Silverstone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Silverstone train from?

Cardiff to Silverstone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Silverstone?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Silverstone is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Silverstone bus arrive?

Cardiff to Silverstone bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Park station.

Where does the Cardiff to Silverstone train arrive?

Cardiff to Silverstone train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Silverstone?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Silverstone is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Silverstone.

Where can I stay near Silverstone?

There are 1162+ hotels available in Silverstone.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Banburytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 59m
£137–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Coach Parkbus S3
3h 45m
£21–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Coach Parkbus S3
3h 32m
£37–66
Drive 120.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Silverstonecar 120.3 mi
2h 32m
£30–43

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Distance: 174.6 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Silverstone via Reading and Banbury in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Coach Park 4 times a week. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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