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

The cheapest way to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ashbourne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashbourne station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Ashbourne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ashbourne to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Uttoxeter and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Ashbourne to Cardiff?

The distance between Ashbourne and Cardiff is 174 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 22m and costs £70 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashbourne to Cardiff bus from?

Ashbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by Kinchbus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ashbourne to Cardiff train from?

Ashbourne to Cardiff train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Uttoxeter station.

Train or bus from Ashbourne to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ashbourne to Cardiff is to bus which takes 7h 16m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 6h.

Where does the Ashbourne to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ashbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by Kinchbus, arrive at St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where does the Ashbourne to Cardiff train arrive?

Ashbourne to Cardiff train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Ashbourne to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashbourne to Cardiff is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Ashbourne to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1769+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 1C / ...
2. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 22m
£71–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
7h 16m
£31–56
Drive 148.4 mi
1. Drive from Ashbourne to Cardiffcar 148.4 mi
2h 57m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Uttoxeter to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h
£64–101

Ashbourne to Cardiff by bus and train

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5h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 7h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cardiff Central via Bus Station, Railway Station, Uttoxeter, and Crewe in around 6h.

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