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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff University is to train which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham station to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Royal Well Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Cardiff University?

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 University?

The distance between Cheltenham and Cardiff University is 63 miles. The road distance is 67.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £8 - £17.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Cardiff University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Cardiff University is to train which takes 1h 18m and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £130 - £160 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Cardiff University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Cardiff University is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Cheltenham to Cardiff University.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 18m
£8–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp9
2h 37m
£138–156
Drive 67 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Cardiff Universitycar 67 mi
1h 17m
£17–24
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 36m
£16–68

Cheltenham to Cardiff University by train and foot

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 62.9 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £8–17 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 4 times a week. Tickets cost £130–160 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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