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 £26 - £45 and takes 5h 46m.

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 Canal Street and Victoria Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Southwell?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Southwell. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Nottingham via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Southwell?

The distance between Cardiff and Southwell is 179 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 22m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m 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.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Southwell train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Southwell?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Southwell is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 46m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £220 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Southwell bus arrive?

Cardiff to Southwell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Southwell train arrive?

Cardiff to Southwell train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham 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 1353+ hotels available in Southwell.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
4h 22m
£75–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Cp2
5h 46m
£26–45
Drive 173.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Southwellcar 173.3 mi
3h 11m
£43–62
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)plane CWL - EMA
9h 19m
£45–214

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to East Midlands Airport (EMA) flights

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Distance: 178.3 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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 £70–110 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Broad Marsh Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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