What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge is to bus which costs £24 - £70 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Trent Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Trent Bridge. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Hound Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Trent Bridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Nottingham. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Trent Bridge?

The distance between Cardiff and Trent Bridge is 167 miles. The road distance is 159.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Trent Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge without a car is to train via Cricket Ground which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Trent Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Trent Bridge train from?

Cardiff to Trent Bridge train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Trent Bridge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge is to train via Cricket Ground which takes 3h 24m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £70 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to Trent Bridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Trent Bridge train arrive?

Cardiff to Trent Bridge train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Trent Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Trent Bridge is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Cardiff to Trent Bridge.

Where can I stay near Trent Bridge?

There are 1605+ hotels available in Trent Bridge.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Trent Bridge 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 Cricket Ground
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NottinghamCardiff Central - Nottingham
3h 24m
£36–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Station150 / ...
5h 48m
£24–67
Drive 158.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Trent Bridge158.5 mi
2h 44m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NottinghamCardiff Central - Nottingham
3h 35m
£30–120

Cardiff to Trent Bridge by train, bus, and foot

87Weekly Services

3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Trent Bridge, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Nottingham every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–120 and the journey takes 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Trent Bridge via Birmingham Coach Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Hound Road in around 5h 48m.

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