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

The cheapest way to get from Cosford to Cardiff is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cosford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Cosford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Cosford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cosford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Cosford to Cardiff?

The distance between Cosford and Cardiff is 127 miles. The road distance is 108.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cosford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Cosford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cosford to Cardiff train from?

Cosford to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Cosford station.

Train or bus from Cosford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Cosford to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Cosford to Cardiff train arrive?

Cosford to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Cosford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Cosford to Cardiff is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Cosford to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1522+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cosford 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 Cosford to ShrewsburyBirmingham New Street - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralCrewe - Cardiff Central / ...
3h
£34–66
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Lordswood RdX8
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
5h 17m
£26–40
Drive 107.6 mi
1. Drive from Cosford to Cardiff107.6 mi
2h 29m
£27–39
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cosford to Birmingham New StreetShrewsbury - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 34m
£37–102

Cosford to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 126.3 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Cosford, Shropshire, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Cosford to Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cosford to Sophia Gardens via Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton Bus Station, and Lordswood Rd in around 5h 17m.

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