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

The cheapest way to get from Motherwell to Cardiff is to bus which costs £50 - £110 and takes 10h 48m.

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 38m and costs £55 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Motherwell and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Motherwell to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Motherwell Library and arriving at University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

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 Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

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 Preston which takes 6h 38m and costs £90 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Motherwell to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Cardiff bus from?

Motherwell to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Motherwell to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Motherwell to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Motherwell to Cardiff is to train via Preston which takes 6h 38m and costs £90 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Motherwell to Cardiff bus arrive?

Motherwell to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Motherwell to Cardiff train arrive?

Motherwell to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston 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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Motherwell to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 38m
£91–233
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to University REbus 111
10h 48m
£50–102
Drive 358.7 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Cardiffcar 358.7 mi
6h 43m
£88–127
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
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 38m
£59–179
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Bristol Parkwaytrain Glasgow Central - Plymouth
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
8h 10m
£249–352
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 22m
£85–188
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
£91–197
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 44m
£113–226
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 48m
£118–270

Motherwell to Cardiff by train

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6h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 367.1 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

You can take a train from Motherwell to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 6h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Motherwell Library to University RE via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, and Lordswood Rd in around 10h 48m.

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