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

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

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 Heathrow Central Bus Station and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

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 4h 28m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m 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 4h 28m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Towcester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Towcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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 1026+ hotels available in Towcester.

Cardiff to Towcester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 500 bus

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 / ...
4h 28m
£40–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach ParkUk900 / ...
6h 20m
£30–60
Drive 123.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Towcester123.4 mi
2h 32m
£31–45
Train, line 500 bus, line 88 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindon
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Banbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Northampton Road500
4. Take the bus from Northampton Road to Brave Old Oak PH88
5h 36m
£50–103

Cardiff to Towcester by train and bus

106Weekly Services

4h 28mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Northgate via Birmingham New Street, Northampton, Rail Station approach road, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Saracens Head Hotel via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Park, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 6h 20m.

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