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 £40 - £110 and takes 7h 15m.

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 30m 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 Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

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 37m.

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 37m and costs £110 - £160.

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

The train from Doncaster to Cardiff Central takes 3h 37m 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 National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 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 37m and costs £110 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Doncaster to Cardiff bus arrive?

Doncaster to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 30m to drive from Doncaster to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
3h 37m
£110–160
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 15m
£44–104
Drive 194.2 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Cardiffcar 194.2 mi
3h 30m
£47–68
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 13m
£106–156

Doncaster to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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 £110–160 and the journey takes 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 15m.

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