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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Nottingham is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Friar Lane via Donington Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Nottingham. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Wales to Nottingham?

The distance between Wales and Nottingham is 165 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £85 - £130.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Nottingham takes 3h 16m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Wales to Nottingham bus from?

Wales to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Wales to Nottingham is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £85 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Wales to Nottingham bus arrive?

Wales to Nottingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Donington Park station.

Where does the Wales to Nottingham train arrive?

Wales to Nottingham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Wales to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Nottingham is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Wales to Nottingham.

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

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Where can I stay near Nottingham?

There are 1672+ hotels available in Nottingham.

Wales to Nottingham - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Wales to Nottingham 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 Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
3h 16m
£85–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Donington Parkbus D8
5h 2m
£32–74
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Nottinghamcar 159.5 mi
2h 47m
£40–58

Wales to Nottingham by train

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3h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.4 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Wales and Nottingham, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Nottingham every 2 hours. Tickets cost £85–130 and the journey takes 3h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Donington Park once a week. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 4h.

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