What is the cheapest way to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Long Eaton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Long Eaton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from The Green and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Long Eaton to Cardiff?

The distance between Long Eaton and Cardiff is 163 miles. The road distance is 153.4 miles.

How do I travel from Long Eaton to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £80 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Long Eaton to Cardiff bus from?

Long Eaton to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Donington Park station.

Train or bus from Long Eaton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Long Eaton to Cardiff bus arrive?

Long Eaton to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Can I drive from Long Eaton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Long Eaton to Cardiff is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Long Eaton to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1664+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Long Eaton to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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 Long Eaton to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
4h 6m
£83–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donington Park to Sophia Gardensbus D8
5h 14m
£32–74
Drive 152.5 mi
1. Drive from Long Eaton to Cardiffcar 152.5 mi
2h 42m
£38–55

Long Eaton to Cardiff by bus and train

74Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Long Eaton to Cardiff.

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Long Eaton, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Long Eaton to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 3h 1m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Donington Park to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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