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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Cardiff is to bus which costs £22 - £80 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Wales Road/Lestermoor Avenue and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Sheffield Interchange/E2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kiveton Bridge and arriving at Cardiff Central via Sheffield and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Wales to Cardiff?

The distance between Wales and Cardiff is 205 miles. The road distance is 180 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Wales to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Cardiff bus from?

Wales to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Wales to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £80 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Wales to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wales to Cardiff train arrive?

Wales to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Wales to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Cardiff is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Wales to Cardiff.

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

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Wales to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Wales to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 28m
£54–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 3m
£22–77
Drive 178.9 mi
1. Drive from Wales to Cardiffcar 178.9 mi
3h 18m
£44–64
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 53m
£46–155
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain Cleethorpes - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 37m
£47–149

Wales to Cardiff by train

111Weekly Trains

4h 28mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wales to Cardiff.

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Distance: 203.4 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Kiveton Bridge to Cardiff Central via Sheffield and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wales Road/Lestermoor Avenue to Sophia Gardens via Sheffield Interchange/E2 and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 3m.

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