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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Cardiff is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Grantham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Grantham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Boots and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Broad Marsh Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Grantham to Cardiff?

The distance between Grantham and Cardiff is 254 miles. The road distance is 172.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Cardiff without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Grantham to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Cardiff bus from?

Grantham to Cardiff bus services, operated by Central Connect, depart from Boots station.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Cardiff train from?

Grantham to Cardiff train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Train or bus from Grantham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Grantham to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Grantham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Grantham to Cardiff bus services, operated by Central Connect, arrive at Nottingham station.

Where does the Grantham to Cardiff train arrive?

Grantham to Cardiff train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Cardiff is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Grantham to Cardiff.

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

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Grantham to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Grantham to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to King's CrossLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 34m
£61–208
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central
4h 58m
£39–173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boots to Nottingham station93
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station150 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
7h 34m
Drive 171.3 mi
1. Drive from Grantham to Cardiff171.3 mi
3h 21m
£43–62
Bus via Nottingham
1. Take the bus from Boots to Nottingham station93
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Park Interchange to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GD
8h 25m

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Distance: 252.1 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Cardiff Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boots to Sophia Gardens via Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 34m.

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