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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Southwell is to bus which costs £21 - £65 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Southwell is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Southwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Southwell. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Park Terrace via Birmingham Coach Station, Canal Street and Victoria Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Southwell?

The distance between Cardiff and Southwell is 180 miles. The road distance is 174.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Southwell without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £25 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Cardiff to Southwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Southwell bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Southwell?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Southwell is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £25 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £65 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to Southwell bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Southwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Southwell is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Southwell.

Where can I stay near Southwell?

There are 1315+ hotels available in Southwell.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Southwell 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 Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
4h 14m
£26–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 150 / ...
6h 48m
£21–62
Drive 173.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Southwellcar 173.3 mi
3h 11m
£42–60

Cardiff to Southwell by train, tram, and bus

85Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.6 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Nottingham every 2 hours. Tickets cost £22–120 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Park Terrace via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Canal Street, and Victoria Centre in around 6h 48m.

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