What is the cheapest way to get from Selly Oak to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Selly Oak to Cardiff is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Selly Oak to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Selly Oak to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £50 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Selly Oak and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Selly Oak to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rebecca Drive and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Selly Oak and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from University and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Selly Oak to Cardiff?

The distance between Selly Oak and Cardiff is 106 miles. The road distance is 102.3 miles.

How do I travel from Selly Oak to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Selly Oak to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £50 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Selly Oak to Cardiff?

The train from University to Cardiff Central takes 1h 48m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Selly Oak to Cardiff bus from?

Selly Oak to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lordswood Rd station.

Where do I catch the Selly Oak to Cardiff train from?

Selly Oak to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from University station.

Train or bus from Selly Oak to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Selly Oak to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Selly Oak to Cardiff bus arrive?

Selly Oak to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Selly Oak to Cardiff train arrive?

Selly Oak to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Selly Oak to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Selly Oak to Cardiff is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Selly Oak to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Selly Oak to Cardiff?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Selly Oak 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 University to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 48m
£50–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
3h 38m
£22–32
Drive 101.7 mi
1. Drive from Selly Oak to Cardiffcar 101.7 mi
1h 54m
£25–36
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from University to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 50m

Selly Oak to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 105 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Selly Oak, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from University to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £50–140 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardens every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–29 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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