What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cardigan?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Cardigan is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cardigan?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Synod Inn via Park Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Clunderwen via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Cardigan?

The distance between Birmingham and Cardigan is 163 miles. The road distance is 144.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Cardigan without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 9m and costs £110 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Cardigan?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Birmingham to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cardigan bus from?

Birmingham to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Cardigan train from?

Birmingham to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Cardigan is to bus which takes 5h 56m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £160 - £240 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Birmingham to Cardigan bus arrive?

Birmingham to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Birmingham to Cardigan train arrive?

Birmingham to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Cardigan is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Birmingham to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 875+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Birmingham to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Park Avenue to Synod Innbus T1x
5h 9m
£115–159
Drive 143.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Cardigancar 143.4 mi
3h 22m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
5h 56m
£92–125
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Clunderwentrain Cardiff Central - Milford Haven / ...
5h 42m
£163–235

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Distance: 162 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Cardigan, Wales?

National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 twice daily. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardigan via Cardiff Central and Clunderwen in around 5h 42m.

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