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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Thurmaston is to bus via M&S which costs £14 - £23 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Thurmaston is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Thurmaston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Thurmaston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Forest Avenue via Birmingham Coach Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Thurmaston?

The distance between Cardiff and Thurmaston is 152 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Thurmaston without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Cardiff to Thurmaston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Thurmaston bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Thurmaston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Thurmaston is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 5h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Thurmaston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Thurmaston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Thurmaston is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Thurmaston.

Where can I stay near Thurmaston?

There are 970+ hotels available in Thurmaston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to LeicesterBirmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
3h 28m
£54–133
Bus via M&S
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to AsdaUk075
6h 52m
£15–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station777 / ...
5h 19m
£24–55
Drive 142.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Thurmaston142.1 mi
2h 48m
£36–52

Cardiff to Thurmaston by bus

64Weekly Buses

5h 19mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.1 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Thurmaston via Birmingham New Street and Leicester in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Forest Avenue via Birmingham Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 5h 19m.

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