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 £24 - £100 and takes 7h 13m.

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 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 10m.

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 10m and costs £35 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Cardiff to Sleaford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sleaford train from?

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

There are 479+ 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 NottinghamCardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to SleafordNottingham - Skegness / ...
5h 10m
£38–138
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Sleaford
7h 13m
£25–98
Drive 186.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sleaford186.6 mi
3h 41m
£46–66

Cardiff to Sleaford by train

81Weekly Trains

5h 10mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Sleaford.

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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 10m.

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