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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Spalding is to bus and train which costs £25 - £95 and takes 6h 40m.

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

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

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Spalding?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Spalding. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Spalding via Paddington, King's Cross and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Spalding?

The distance between Cardiff and Spalding is 241 miles. The road distance is 188.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Spalding without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 24m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Cardiff to Spalding, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Spalding train from?

Cardiff to Spalding train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Spalding train arrive?

Cardiff to Spalding train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Spalding?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Spalding is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Spalding.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Spalding?

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Where can I stay near Spalding?

There are 396+ hotels available in Spalding.

Cardiff to Spalding - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Spalding 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to PeterboroughLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 24m
£65–167
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to PeterboroughLondon Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
6h 40m
£25–92
Drive 187.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Spalding187.3 mi
3h 45m
£48–69
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PeterboroughBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 45m
£58–159
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterborough
7h 19m
£55–147

Cardiff to Spalding by train and subway

81Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.7 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Spalding, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Spalding via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Peterborough in around 4h 24m.

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