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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £100 and takes 6h 30m.

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 £95 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

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 once daily, 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 £95 - £140.

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 once daily.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Cardiff bus from?

Sheffield to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Sheffield to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £95 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Sheffield to Cardiff bus arrive?

Sheffield to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Sheffield to Cardiff?

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Sheffield to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Sheffield to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
3h 10m
£95–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
6h 30m
£40–99
Drive 179.7 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Cardiffcar 179.7 mi
3h 28m
£44–63
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 18m
£100–149
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 48m
£96–142
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 33m
£78–137

Sheffield to Cardiff by train

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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 once daily. Tickets cost £95–140 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 30m.

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