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

The cheapest way to get from Lichfield to Cardiff is to bus which costs £14 - £40 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lichfield to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Lichfield and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Lichfield station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Dale House and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Lichfield and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Lichfield to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Lichfield City and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Lichfield to Cardiff?

The distance between Lichfield and Cardiff is 125 miles. The road distance is 122.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lichfield to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Lichfield to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lichfield to Cardiff bus from?

Lichfield to Cardiff bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lichfield to Cardiff train from?

Lichfield to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Lichfield City station.

Train or bus from Lichfield to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Lichfield to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham Coach Station, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 4h 54m.

Where does the Lichfield to Cardiff bus arrive?

Lichfield to Cardiff bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Dale House station.

Where does the Lichfield to Cardiff train arrive?

Lichfield to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Lichfield to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Lichfield to Cardiff is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Lichfield to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lichfield City to Birmingham New StreetLichfield Trent Valley High Level - Bromsgrove / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 21m
£31–101
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GDUk077 / ...
5h 20m
£14–38
Bus via Birmingham Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dale HouseX3
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
4h 54m
£16–47
Drive 121.8 mi
1. Drive from Lichfield to Cardiff121.8 mi
2h 18m
£31–45

Lichfield to Cardiff by train

102Weekly Trains

3h 21mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.8 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Lichfield City to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Dale House and Birmingham Coach Station in around 4h 54m.

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