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

The cheapest way to get from Shropshire to Cardiff is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shropshire to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shropshire and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Shropshire to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Compasses Inn and arriving at Greyfriars Road Stop GJ via Groe and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Shropshire to Cardiff?

The distance between Shropshire and Cardiff is 106 miles. The road distance is 103.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shropshire to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Shropshire to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shropshire to Cardiff bus from?

Shropshire to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Compasses Inn station.

Train or bus from Shropshire to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Shropshire to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Shropshire to Cardiff bus arrive?

Shropshire to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Groe station.

Can I drive from Shropshire to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Shropshire to Cardiff is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Shropshire to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1602+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Shropshire to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Shropshire to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 27m
£33–58
Drive 102.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shropshire to Cardiffcar 102.8 mi
2h 14m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Compasses Inn to Groebus X48
2. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJbus X4
5h 50m

Shropshire to Cardiff by bus and train

189Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.8 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Compasses Inn to Greyfriars Road Stop GJ via Groe and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 5h 50m.

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