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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Worcester is to bus and train which costs £17 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

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 - £28.

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 Shrub Hill via Gloucester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Worcester?

The distance between Cardiff and Worcester is 85 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 20m and costs £20 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 20m 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 Cross Country, 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 20m and costs £20 - £50. 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 Cross Country, arrive at Gloucester 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 960+ hotels available in Worcester.

Cardiff to Worcester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 GloucesterCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Worcester Shrub HillBristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
2h 20m
£21–47
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Transport HubUk077
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Worcester Shrub HillBristol Temple Meads - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
3h 55m
£18–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Worcester Bus StationCp9
2h 40m
£20–28
Drive 75.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Worcester75.5 mi
1h 35m
£19–28
Train via Hereford
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 23m
£28–54

Cardiff to Worcester by train

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2h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.3 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Worcester Shrub Hill via Gloucester in around 2h 20m. 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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