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

The cheapest way to get from Thrapston to Cardiff is to bus via Birmingham which costs £17 - £35 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thrapston to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Thrapston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Thrapston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Sackville Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Interchange, Northampton Bus Interchange and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Thrapston to Cardiff?

The distance between Thrapston and Cardiff is 231 miles. The road distance is 155 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thrapston to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £95 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Thrapston to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thrapston to Cardiff bus from?

Thrapston to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Northampton Bus Interchange station.

Train or bus from Thrapston to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Thrapston to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs £95 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Thrapston to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Thrapston to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Thrapston to Cardiff is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Thrapston to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1636+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
6h 35m
£98–244
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk024 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk084 / ...
8h 12m
£18–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 707
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
8h 11m
£43–58
Drive 154.1 mi
1. Drive from Thrapston to Cardiffcar 154.1 mi
3h 8m
£38–55

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Thrapston to Cardiff.

Launch map view

Distance: 230.1 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Sackville Street to Cardiff Central via Bus Interchange, Railway Station, Kettering, and Nottingham in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sackville Street to Sophia Gardens via Bus Interchange, Northampton Bus Interchange, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 11m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.