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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Cardiff is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £80 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Cardiff?

The distance between Sheffield and Cardiff is 184 miles. The road distance is 180.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £80 - £240.

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

The train from Sheffield to Cardiff Central takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Cardiff train from?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sheffield to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Cardiff is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Sheffield to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1636+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Sheffield to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sheffield to Cardiff by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 10m
£80–240
Drive 179.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sheffield to Cardiffcar 179.7 mi
3h 28m
£44–64
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 24m
£93–251
Train via Birmingham
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 / ...
3h 46m
£91–236
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain Cleethorpes - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 33m
£67–118

Sheffield to Cardiff by train

5Weekly Trains

3h 10mAverage Duration

£80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Sheffield to Cardiff Central 5 times a week. Tickets cost £80–240 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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