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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Towcester is to bus via Birmingham which costs £17 - £50 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Towcester is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Towcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Towcester. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Saracens Head Hotel via Copse Corner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Towcester?

The distance between Cardiff and Towcester is 168 miles. The road distance is 124.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Towcester without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Cardiff to Towcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Towcester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Towcester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Towcester is to train which takes 5h and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £35 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Towcester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Towcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Silverstone Race Circuit station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Towcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Towcester is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Towcester.

Where can I stay near Towcester?

There are 1037+ hotels available in Towcester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Towcester 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 Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to NorthamptonBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
5h
£40–116
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk078 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Coach ParkUkn21 / ...
7h 19m
£18–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Silverstone Race CircuitS3
5h 10m
£25–35
Drive 123.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Towcester123.4 mi
2h 32m
£31–44

Cardiff to Towcester by train and bus

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Towcester.

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Saracens Head Hotel via Birmingham New Street, Northampton, Rail Station approach road, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 5h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Silverstone Race Circuit twice a week. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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