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

The cheapest way to get from Shipley to Cardiff is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shipley to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Shipley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Shipley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Thackley Old Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Shipley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Shipley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Shipley and arriving at Cardiff Central via Leeds and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Shipley to Cardiff?

The distance between Shipley and Cardiff is 243 miles. The road distance is 214.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shipley to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Shipley to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shipley to Cardiff bus from?

Shipley to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Shipley to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Shipley to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Shipley to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £22 - £80 and takes 7h 51m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £170 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Shipley to Cardiff bus arrive?

Shipley to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Shipley to Cardiff train arrive?

Shipley to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Shipley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Shipley to Cardiff is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Shipley to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 5m
£45–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
8h 59m
£16–38
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 51m
£22–78
Drive 213.6 mi
1. Drive from Shipley to Cardiffcar 213.6 mi
4h 25m
£51–74
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LBA - CWL
6h 37m
£52–169
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoriatrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h
£53–137
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h
£58–146
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 19m
£46–169

Shipley to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 241.8 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Shipley, Bradford, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Shipley to Cardiff Central via Leeds and Bristol Parkway in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Thackley Old Road to Sophia Gardens via Leeds Bus Station Entrance, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 51m.

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