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

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere to Cardiff is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ellesmere and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ellesmere to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Crossroads and arriving at Greyfriars Road GJ via Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Ellesmere to Cardiff?

The distance between Ellesmere and Cardiff is 133 miles. The road distance is 123.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ellesmere to Cardiff without a car is to line 511 bus and train which takes 4h 29m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Ellesmere to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere to Cardiff bus from?

Ellesmere to Cardiff bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Ellesmere to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ellesmere to Cardiff bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 3.

Can I drive from Ellesmere to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere to Cardiff is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Ellesmere to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1721+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Ellesmere to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, line 511 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ellesmere to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Line 511 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 511 / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 29m
£42–73
Drive 122.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ellesmere to Cardiffcar 122.6 mi
2h 44m
£30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus x76
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
7h 57m

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Distance: 131.9 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Ellesmere, Shropshire, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Crossroads to Greyfriars Road GJ via Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Merthyr Bus Station 8 in around 7h 57m.

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