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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Stafford to Cardiff?

The distance between Stafford and Cardiff is 136 miles. The road distance is 129.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Stafford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Stafford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stafford to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £29 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Stafford to Cardiff train arrive?

Stafford to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Stafford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Cardiff is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Stafford to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stafford to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 18m
£30–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Lordswood Rdbus X8
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
5h 12m
£27–44
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Mill Bank to Bus Stationbus 5A / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 11m
£38–68
Drive 128.9 mi
1. Drive from Stafford to Cardiffcar 128.9 mi
2h 18m
£32–46

Stafford to Cardiff by train

106Weekly Trains

3h 18mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Stafford to Cardiff.

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Distance: 135.5 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Stafford to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Stafford to Sophia Gardens via Wolverhampton, Wolverhampton Bus Station, and Lordswood Rd in around 5h 12m.

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