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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Cardiff is to fly and train which costs £45 - £190 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Motherwell to Cardiff is to fly and train which takes 4h 44m and costs £45 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Motherwell and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Motherwell to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Motherwell and arriving at Cardiff Central via Wigan North Western and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Motherwell to Cardiff?

The distance between Motherwell and Cardiff is 369 miles. The road distance is 360.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Motherwell to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 45m and costs £70 - £280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Motherwell to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Cardiff train from?

Motherwell to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.

Where does the Motherwell to Cardiff train arrive?

Motherwell to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Motherwell to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Motherwell to Cardiff is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Motherwell to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Wigan North Westerntrain
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 45m
£74–271
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 44m
£45–190
Drive 358.7 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Cardiffcar 358.7 mi
6h 43m
£88–127
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Manchester Piccadillytrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h
£102–226
Train #2
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Newport (S Wales)train Glasgow Central - Plymouth
7h 59m
£199–614
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 13m
£54–180
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 11m
£57–256
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 34m
£69–246
Fly Glasgow Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 26m
£99–341

Motherwell to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 367.1 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Motherwell, Scotland and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Motherwell to Cardiff Central via Wigan North Western and Crewe in around 6h 45m.

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