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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sleaford is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 43m.

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 43m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sleaford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sleaford. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Market Place via Donington Park, Beastmarket Hill and Smith Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

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 11m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sleaford?

The distance between Cardiff and Sleaford is 205 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 11m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m 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 11m and costs £100 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sleaford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sleaford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park 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 43m 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?

There are 492+ hotels available in Sleaford.

Cardiff to Sleaford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Sleaford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Sleafordtrain Nottingham - Skegness / ...
5h 11m
£102–145
Drive 186.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sleafordcar 186.6 mi
3h 43m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Donington Parkbus D8
2. Take the bus from Beastmarket Hill to Smith Streetbus 90
9h 1m

Cardiff to Sleaford by train

83Weekly Trains

5h 11mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Sleaford.

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Market Place via Donington Park, Friar Lane, Beastmarket Hill, and Smith Street in around 9h 1m.

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