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 £26 - £80 and takes 12h 10m.

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 43m 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 Motherwell Library and arriving at Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

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 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 37m and costs £65 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £80 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Motherwell to Cardiff bus arrive?

Motherwell to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange 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
£66–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
12h 10m
£27–80
Drive 358.7 mi
1. Drive from Motherwell to Cardiff358.7 mi
6h 39m
£90–129
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 43m
£45–195
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
£196–606
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 15m
£41–126
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
5h 16m
£72–197
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
£65–266
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Maxim Business Park to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 41m
£60–192

Motherwell to Cardiff by train

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6h 37mAverage Duration

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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 Motherwell Library to Kingsway GD via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Bus Station in around 12h 10m.

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