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

The cheapest way to get from Keswick to Cardiff is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 10h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Keswick to Cardiff is to drive which takes 5h 17m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Keswick and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Keswick to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Keswick and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 16m.

How far is it from Keswick to Cardiff?

The distance between Keswick and Cardiff is 280 miles. The road distance is 260.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Keswick to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs £45 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 31m to get from Keswick to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keswick to Cardiff bus from?

Keswick to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Train or bus from Keswick to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Keswick to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 31m and costs £45 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 10h 16m.

Where does the Keswick to Cardiff bus arrive?

Keswick to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Keswick to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Keswick to Cardiff is 261 miles. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Keswick to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1514+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Keswick to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Keswick to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 31m
£46–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
10h 16m
£27–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester AirportEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Kingsway GDM19
9h 35m
£46–107
Drive 259.1 mi
1. Drive from Keswick to Cardiff259.1 mi
5h 17m
£65–94
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 58m
£60–179
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 8m
£74–158
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 33m
£69–264
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 45m
£57–176
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
7h 45m
£100–350

Keswick to Cardiff by bus and train

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6h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.7 mi
Duration: 6h 31m

What companies run services between Keswick, Cumbria, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Keswick to Cardiff Central via Penrith Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, and Crewe in around 6h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Keswick to Sophia Gardens via Rail Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 16m.

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