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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff is to train which costs £7 - £19 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £7 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Royal Well Bus Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart three times a week, and operate Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Cardiff?

The distance between Cheltenham and Cardiff is 63 miles. The road distance is 67.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £7 - £19.

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

The train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Central takes 1h 10m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Cardiff bus from?

Cheltenham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Royal Well Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Cardiff train from?

Cheltenham to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £7 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £30 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Cardiff train arrive?

Cheltenham to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Cardiff is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Cheltenham to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cheltenham to Cardiff?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff 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 Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 10m
£7–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Sophia Gardens825 / ...
2h 5m
£13–30
Drive 66.9 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Cardiff66.9 mi
1h 16m
£17–24
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol ParkwayManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 26m
£15–32

Cheltenham to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 62.5 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £7–17 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Sophia Gardens 3 times a week. Tickets cost £13–30 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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