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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Olde Englishe Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Matlock and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Matlock and arriving at Cardiff Central via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Matlock to Cardiff?

The distance between Matlock and Cardiff is 167 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Matlock to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Matlock to Cardiff train from?

Matlock to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Matlock to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Matlock to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Matlock to Cardiff train arrive?

Matlock to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Matlock to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Cardiff is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Matlock to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 16m
£36–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Donington Park to Sophia Gardensbus D8
6h 26m
£30–44
Drive 160.9 mi
1. Drive from Matlock to Cardiffcar 160.9 mi
3h 9m
£39–57

Matlock to Cardiff by train

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4h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £30–150 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Donington Park to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 55m.

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