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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sleaford is to bus and train which costs £21 - £60 and takes 9h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sleaford is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sleaford station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Rail Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Sleaford via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sleaford?

The distance between Cardiff and Sleaford is 206 miles. The road distance is 187.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sleaford without a car is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Cardiff to Sleaford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sleaford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sleaford train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sleaford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sleaford is to train which takes 5h 24m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sleaford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Sleaford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sleaford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sleaford is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Sleaford.

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

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Where can I stay near Sleaford?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Sleaford 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 NottinghamCardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to SleafordNottingham - Skegness / ...
5h 24m
£41–180
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Phoenix Park Interchange
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Sleaford
9h 7m
£22–60
Drive 186.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sleaford186.6 mi
3h 41m
£47–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station150 / ...
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station93
9h 9m

Cardiff to Sleaford by train

76Weekly Trains

5h 24mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sleaford via Nottingham in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Rail Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 9m.

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