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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Cardiff is to bus which costs £29 - £85 and takes 9h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Cardiff is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 58m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Cardiff?

The distance between Cumbria and Cardiff is 269 miles. The road distance is 262 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £75 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Cumbria to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Cardiff bus from?

Cumbria to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Train or bus from Cumbria to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £75 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £85 and takes 9h 58m.

Where does the Cumbria to Cardiff bus arrive?

Cumbria to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Cardiff is 262 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Cumbria to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1563+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Cumbria to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cumbria to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Penrith North Lakes to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 10m
£78–247
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
9h 58m
£29–81
Drive 260.5 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Cardiff260.5 mi
5h 13m
£64–92
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 15m
£54–172
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 50m
£83–187
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lancaster
2. Take the bus from Underpass to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GD
12h 43m
£35–119
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 39m
£49–172
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 21m
£67–267
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
7h 21m
£99–324

Cumbria to Cardiff by bus and train

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6h 10mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cumbria to Cardiff.

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Distance: 267 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Ullswater Guest House to Cardiff Central via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, and Crewe in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Longthwaite road end to Sophia Gardens via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 58m.

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