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

The cheapest way to get from Telford to Cardiff is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Telford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Telford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Telford station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Telford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Telford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Telford Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Telford to Cardiff?

The distance between Telford and Cardiff is 121 miles. The road distance is 106.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Telford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Telford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Telford to Cardiff bus from?

Telford to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Telford to Cardiff train from?

Telford to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Telford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Telford to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £60 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Telford to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Telford to Cardiff train arrive?

Telford to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Telford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Telford to Cardiff is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Telford to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Telford to Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 46m
£39–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
4h 40m
£20–56
Drive 105.8 mi
1. Drive from Telford to Cardiff105.8 mi
2h 23m
£26–38
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Telford Central to Birmingham New StreetAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 22m
£30–105

Telford to Cardiff by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.8 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station in around 4h 40m.

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