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 £30 - £75 and takes 6h.

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 - £65.

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 Donington Park and King Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

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 20m and costs £85 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m 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 20m and costs £85 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h.

Where does the Cardiff to Southwell bus arrive?

Cardiff to Southwell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park 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 1407+ hotels available in Southwell.

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

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

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 20m
£87–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Donington Parkbus D8
6h
£32–73
Drive 173.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Southwellcar 173.3 mi
3h 11m
£43–62
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane BRS - EMA
7h 34m
£60–206

Cardiff to Southwell by train, tram, and bus

79Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 178.7 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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 £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Donington Park twice a week. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 4h.

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