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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £100 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darlington and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Darlington to Cardiff?

The distance between Darlington and Cardiff is 291 miles. The road distance is 273.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £95 - £220.

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

The train from Darlington to Cardiff Central takes 4h 54m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Cardiff bus from?

Darlington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Darlington to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £95 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £100 and takes 8h 37m, you could also fly, which costs £120 - £750 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Darlington to Cardiff bus arrive?

Darlington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darlington to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Cardiff is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Darlington to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
4h 54m
£95–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 591
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
8h 37m
£31–97
Drive 271.9 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Cardiffcar 271.9 mi
4h 44m
£67–97
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 46m
£39–135
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Darlington to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 9m
£122–362
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 9m
£73–186
Fly Durham Tees Valley Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Durham Tees Valley Airport (MME) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MME - CWL
6h 37m
£126–710
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 33m
£72–184
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 57m
£108–399

Darlington to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 289.2 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Cardiff Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £95–220 and the journey takes 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Sophia Gardens via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 37m.

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