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

The cheapest way to get from Rotherham to Cardiff is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotherham to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Rotherham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Rotherham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Westgate/Unity Place and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Meadowhall Interchange/A2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Rotherham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Rotherham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rotherham Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Rotherham to Cardiff?

The distance between Rotherham and Cardiff is 190 miles. The road distance is 186.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rotherham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Rotherham to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Cardiff bus from?

Rotherham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 station.

Where do I catch the Rotherham to Cardiff train from?

Rotherham to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Rotherham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Rotherham to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Rotherham to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotherham to Cardiff train arrive?

Rotherham to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rotherham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotherham to Cardiff is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Rotherham to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 32m
£92–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
7h 34m
£23–39
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 3m
£35–85
Drive 185.4 mi
1. Drive from Rotherham to Cardiffcar 185.4 mi
3h 25m
£45–65

Rotherham to Cardiff by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Rotherham to Cardiff.

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Distance: 188.9 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Rotherham Central to Cardiff Central via Sheffield and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate/Unity Place to Sophia Gardens via Meadowhall Interchange/A4, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 3m.

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