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 £35 - £90 and takes 11h 35m.

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 45m and costs £45 - £200.

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 Hamilton Road and arriving at University RE via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

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 37m.

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 37m and costs £65 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m 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 National Express, depart from 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 37m and costs £65 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the Motherwell to Cardiff bus arrive?

Motherwell to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 39m 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, 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 Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
6h 37m
£68–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to University RE111
11h 35m
£38–87
Drive 358.7 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Cardiff358.7 mi
6h 39m
£89–128
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 45m
£45–199
Train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Bristol ParkwayGlasgow Central - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
8h 15m
£195–605
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 11m
£51–154
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
5h 20m
£83–211
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 14m
£67–255
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 35m
£72–210

Motherwell to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 367.1 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hamilton Road to University RE via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 35m.

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