What is the cheapest way to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff is to bus which costs £18 - £55 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ricoh Arena and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ricoh Arena station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Coventry Arena Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Pool Meadow Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Ricoh Arena and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Coventry Arena and arriving at Cardiff Central via Coventry and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff?

The distance between Ricoh Arena and Cardiff is 131 miles. The road distance is 118.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £30 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ricoh Arena to Cardiff bus from?

Ricoh Arena to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ricoh Arena to Cardiff train from?

Ricoh Arena to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £55 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Ricoh Arena to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ricoh Arena to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Ricoh Arena to Cardiff train arrive?

Ricoh Arena to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ricoh Arena to Cardiff is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff?

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Ricoh Arena to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 24m
£32–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
5h 17m
£18–52
Drive 117.5 mi
1. Drive from Ricoh Arena to Cardiff117.5 mi
2h 22m
£29–42
Bus via Newhall St
1. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Dale HouseX1
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GDUk077 / ...
7h 38m

Ricoh Arena to Cardiff by foot and train

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3h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 130.5 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Ricoh Arena, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £25–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ricoh Arena to Sophia Gardens via Coventry Arena Station, Cross Cheaping, Pool Meadow Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 17m.

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