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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Worcester is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Worcester is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Worcester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Worcester Bus Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Worcester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Worcester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Worcester Foregate Street via Hereford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Worcester?

The distance between Cardiff and Worcester is 84 miles. The road distance is 75.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Worcester without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Cardiff to Worcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Worcester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Worcester train from?

Cardiff to Worcester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Worcester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Worcester is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £28 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Worcester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Worcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Worcester Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Worcester train arrive?

Cardiff to Worcester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Hereford station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Worcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Worcester is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Cardiff to Worcester.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Worcester?

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Where can I stay near Worcester?

There are 388+ hotels available in Worcester.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to HerefordCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Worcester Foregate StreetHereford - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 29m
£26–54
Drive 75.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Worcester75.5 mi
1h 35m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Worcester Bus StationCp9
2h 40m
£20–28
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Filton Abbey WoodCardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Worcester Shrub HillBristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
3h 10m
£46–86

Cardiff to Worcester by train

120Weekly Trains

2h 29mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Worcester.

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Distance: 83.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Worcester Foregate Street via Hereford in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Worcester Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £20–28 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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