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

The cheapest way to get from Southam to Cardiff is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southam to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Southam and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Southam to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Chickabiddy Lane and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Upper Parade, Pool Meadow Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Southam and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Southam to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Leamington Spa and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Southam to Cardiff?

The distance between Southam and Cardiff is 188 miles. The road distance is 112.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southam to Cardiff without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Southam to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southam to Cardiff bus from?

Southam to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southam to Cardiff train from?

Southam to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leamington Spa station.

Train or bus from Southam to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Southam to Cardiff is to train via Reading which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Southam to Cardiff bus arrive?

Southam to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Southam to Cardiff train arrive?

Southam to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Southam to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Southam to Cardiff is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Southam to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 45m
£86–156
Drive 112.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southam to Cardiffcar 112.2 mi
2h 16m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
6h 29m
£34–80
Train
1. Take the train from Leamington Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 22m
£76–113
Train #2
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 25m
£52–112

Southam to Cardiff by bus and train

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 187.1 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Southam, Warwickshire, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Warwick House to Cardiff Central via Upper Parade, Parish Church, Leamington Spa, and Reading in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–65 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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