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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Spalding is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 51m.

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 51m 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 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Spalding?

The distance between Cardiff and Spalding is 241 miles. The road distance is 188.5 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 which takes 4h 38m and costs £90 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m 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 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m 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 402+ hotels available in Spalding.

Cardiff to Spalding - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 37 bus

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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
4h 38m
£94–242
Drive 187.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Spaldingcar 187.4 mi
3h 51m
£47–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
6h 33m
£50–174
Train, line 37 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Broad Streetbus 37
6h 12m
£103–152
Train, line 37 bus via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain
4. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to Broad Streetbus 37
7h 31m
£88–161

Cardiff to Spalding by train and subway

90Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Spalding.

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Distance: 239.6 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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 38m.

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