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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Cardiff is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Peterborough to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 26m and costs £60 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Peterborough and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Peterborough to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Queensgate Bus Park and arriving at Kingsway GD via Knebworth Park Estate and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Cardiff?

The distance between Peterborough and Cardiff is 224 miles. The road distance is 174.6 miles.

How do I travel from Peterborough to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Peterborough to Cardiff without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 26m and costs £60 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Peterborough to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Cardiff bus from?

Peterborough to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Queensgate Bus Park station.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Cardiff train from?

Peterborough to Cardiff train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Train or bus from Peterborough to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Peterborough to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 26m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Peterborough to Cardiff bus arrive?

Peterborough to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Knebworth Park Estate station.

Where does the Peterborough to Cardiff train arrive?

Peterborough to Cardiff train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Cardiff is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Peterborough to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Peterborough to Cardiff?

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Peterborough to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Peterborough to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to King's CrossLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 26m
£61–216
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Park to Knebworth Park EstateK04
2. Take the bus from Knebworth Park Estate to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideK10
3. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Kingsway GD
6h 50m
£42–67
Drive 173.6 mi
1. Drive from Peterborough to Cardiff173.6 mi
3h 31m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New StreetStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 34m
£42–149
Train #2
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Hereford
3. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Central
5h 36m
£49–154

Peterborough to Cardiff by train

91Weekly Trains

4h 34mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Peterborough to Cardiff.

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Distance: 223.1 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Peterborough, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Peterborough to Cardiff Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensgate Bus Park to Kingsway GD via Knebworth Park Estate and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride in around 6h 50m.

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