What is the cheapest way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham (Station) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham (Station) station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham (Station) and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nottingham and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff?

The distance between Nottingham (Station) and Cardiff is 165 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

How do I travel from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff?

The train from Nottingham to Cardiff Central takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff bus from?

Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff train from?

Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.

Train, bus or fly from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £250 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff train arrive?

Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff?

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Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
3h 18m
£70–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 150 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
6h 35m
£32–53
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham (Station) to Cardiffcar 159.4 mi
2h 48m
£40–58
Fly
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane EMA - CWL
8h 50m
£55–244

Nottingham (Station) to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Nottingham (Station), England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Nottingham to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 35m.

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