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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Cardiff is to train and bus which costs £21 - £65 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Sleaford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Sleaford station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Cardiff?

The distance between Sleaford and Cardiff is 206 miles. The road distance is 186.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Sleaford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Cardiff bus from?

Sleaford to Cardiff bus services, operated by Central Connect, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Cardiff train from?

Sleaford to Cardiff train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Sleaford station.

Train or bus from Sleaford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Sleaford to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £35 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 58m.

Where does the Sleaford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Sleaford to Cardiff bus services, operated by Central Connect, arrive at Nottingham station.

Where does the Sleaford to Cardiff train arrive?

Sleaford to Cardiff train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Cardiff is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Sleaford to Cardiff.

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

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Sleaford to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Sleaford to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sleaford to NottinghamSkegness - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central
5h 28m
£36–170
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Nottingham
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Park Interchange to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GD
8h 26m
£22–63
Drive 185.2 mi
1. Drive from Sleaford to Cardiff185.2 mi
3h 41m
£47–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Nottingham station93
2. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station150 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
8h 58m

Sleaford to Cardiff by train

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5h 28mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.3 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Cardiff Central via Nottingham in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Nottingham station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 58m.

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