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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Uppingham is to bus via Leicester which costs £15 - £28 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Uppingham is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Uppingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Uppingham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at North Street East via Birmingham Coach Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Uppingham?

The distance between Cardiff and Uppingham is 183 miles. The road distance is 155.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Uppingham without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Cardiff to Uppingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Uppingham bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Uppingham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Uppingham is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Uppingham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Uppingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Uppingham is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Uppingham.

Where can I stay near Uppingham?

There are 525+ hotels available in Uppingham.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Uppingham 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 OakhamBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 14m
£44–131
Bus via Leicester
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall StUk077 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to AsdaUk075
8h 6m
£16–28
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 / ...
6h 52m
£25–61
Drive 154.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Uppingham154.6 mi
3h 13m
£39–56

Cardiff to Uppingham by train, foot, and bus

106Weekly Services

5h 14mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 182.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ayston Road via Birmingham New Street, Oakham, and Bus Station in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to North Street East via Birmingham Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 6h 52m.

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