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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Cardiff is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 8h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 36m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Durham University Palatine Centre and arriving at Kingsway GD via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Durham and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Durham to Cardiff?

The distance between Durham and Cardiff is 313 miles. The road distance is 290.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £110 - £240.

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

The train from Durham to Cardiff Central takes 5h 12m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Durham to Cardiff bus from?

Durham to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Durham University Palatine Centre station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Durham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Durham to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £65 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Durham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Durham to Cardiff bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Leeds York St Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Cardiff is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Durham to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Durham to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Durham to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
5h 12m
£110–240
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Leeds York St Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
8h 33m
£25–65
Drive 288.7 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Cardiff288.7 mi
5h 1m
£71–102
Fly Newcastle to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 36m
£43–134
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Durham to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 21m
£44–117
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester PiccadillyNewcastle - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 27m
£67–204
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 12m
£71–181
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 51m
£105–386

Durham to Cardiff by train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 311.1 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Cardiff Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £110–240 and the journey takes 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Kingsway GD via Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station in around 8h 33m.

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