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

The cheapest way to get from Shildon to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shildon to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 50m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Shildon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Shildon to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from St Johns Church and arriving at Kingsway GD via Dolphin Centre, Leeds City Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Shildon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Shildon to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Shildon and arriving at Cardiff Central via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Shildon to Cardiff?

The distance between Shildon and Cardiff is 300 miles. The road distance is 279.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shildon to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £110 - £450.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Shildon to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Cardiff bus from?

Shildon to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Shildon to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Shildon to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 14m and costs £110 - £450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 10h 40m.

Where does the Shildon to Cardiff bus arrive?

Shildon to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Shildon to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shildon to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Shildon to Cardiff is 280 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Shildon to Cardiff.

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

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Shildon to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Shildon to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Darlington to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
6h 14m
£112–446
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station591 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
10h 40m
£32–69
Drive 278.3 mi
1. Drive from Shildon to Cardiff278.3 mi
4h 50m
£69–99
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 25m
£47–151
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Darlington to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 18m
£119–354
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester PiccadillyNewcastle - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 32m
£70–171
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 5m
£78–196
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 34m
£110–398

Shildon to Cardiff by train

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6h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 298.2 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Cardiff Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £110–440 and the journey takes 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Johns Church to Kingsway GD via Tubwell Row, Dolphin Centre, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 40m.

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