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

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Cardiff is to bus which costs £14 - £55 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Doncaster to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cleveland Street/St James Street and arriving at Kingsway GD via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Doncaster and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Doncaster to Cardiff?

The distance between Doncaster and Cardiff is 202 miles. The road distance is 195.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doncaster to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £75 - £170.

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

The train from Doncaster to Cardiff Central takes 3h 38m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Cardiff bus from?

Doncaster to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Doncaster to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £55 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Doncaster to Cardiff bus arrive?

Doncaster to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Doncaster to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Doncaster to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Cardiff is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Doncaster to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Doncaster to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
3h 38m
£75–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Bus StationUk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
7h 9m
£14–50
Drive 194.2 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Cardiff194.2 mi
3h 28m
£48–69
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Leeds
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LBA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 8m
£66–173

Doncaster to Cardiff by train

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3h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Doncaster to Cardiff Central 5 times a week. Tickets cost £75–170 and the journey takes 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cleveland Street/St James Street to Kingsway GD via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Bus Station in around 7h 9m.

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