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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Cardiff is to line 86 bus and bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Northcote Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Pool Meadow Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Cardiff?

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

How far is it from Rugby to Cardiff?

The distance between Rugby and Cardiff is 138 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £95.

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

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

Where do I catch the Rugby to Cardiff bus from?

Rugby to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from Northcote Road station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Cardiff train from?

Rugby to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Rugby to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 86 bus and bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Rugby to Cardiff bus arrive?

Rugby to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Transport Museum station.

Where does the Rugby to Cardiff train arrive?

Rugby to Cardiff train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Cardiff is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Rugby to Cardiff.

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

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Rugby to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, line 86 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 24m
£54–93
Line 86 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northcote Road to Transport Museumbus 86
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
4h 32m
£21–33
Drive 122.5 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Cardiffcar 122.5 mi
2h 28m
£31–44
Line 85 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lawrence Sheriff Street to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 85A / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Dale Housebus X1
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cardiff North Roadbus
6h 37m

Rugby to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northcote Road to Sophia Gardens via Transport Museum and Pool Meadow Bus Station in around 4h 32m.

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