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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £140 - £310.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Chesterfield and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Cardiff?

The distance between Chesterfield and Cardiff is 172 miles. The road distance is 169.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £140 - £310.

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

The train from Chesterfield to Cardiff Central takes 2h 58m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Cardiff bus from?

Chesterfield to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £140 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Cardiff bus arrive?

Chesterfield to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho station.

Where does the Chesterfield to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Cardiff is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Chesterfield to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Chesterfield to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
2h 58m
£140–310
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate CrickhoGm8
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Sophia GardensGm4
5h 50m
£40–54
Drive 168.7 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Cardiff168.7 mi
3h 10m
£42–60
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 17m
£76–208
Train via Derby
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 2m
£45–196

Chesterfield to Cardiff by train

6Weekly Trains

2h 58mAverage Duration

£140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Chesterfield to Cardiff Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £140–310 and the journey takes 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Sophia Gardens via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho in around 5h 50m.

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