What is the cheapest way to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 6h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Newark on Trent and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Newark on Trent to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Boundary Road and arriving at University RE via Victoria Embankment, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Newark on Trent and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Newark on Trent to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Newark Castle and arriving at Cardiff Central via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Newark on Trent to Cardiff?

The distance between Newark on Trent and Cardiff is 183 miles. The road distance is 177.4 miles.

How do I travel from Newark on Trent to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £35 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newark on Trent to Cardiff bus from?

Newark on Trent to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Newark on Trent to Cardiff train from?

Newark on Trent to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Newark on Trent to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Newark on Trent to Cardiff bus arrive?

Newark on Trent to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Newark on Trent to Cardiff train arrive?

Newark on Trent to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Newark on Trent to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Newark on Trent to Cardiff is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Newark on Trent to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Newark on Trent to Cardiff?

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Newark on Trent to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Newark on Trent to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central
4h 41m
£36–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station152 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to University RE111
6h 34m
£25–56
Drive 176.3 mi
1. Drive from Newark on Trent to Cardiff176.3 mi
3h 6m
£44–63
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Newark Castle to CreweLincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 42m
£58–152

Newark on Trent to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 181.5 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Newark on Trent, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Nottingham to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £30–150 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boundary Road to University RE via Victoria Embankment, Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 34m.

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