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

The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Cardiff is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bradford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Bradford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Bradford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Little Germany W and arriving at University RE via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Bradford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bradford Interchange and arriving at Cardiff Central via Victoria and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Bradford to Cardiff?

The distance between Bradford and Cardiff is 210 miles. The road distance is 211.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bradford to Cardiff without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Bradford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Cardiff bus from?

Bradford to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bradford to Cardiff train from?

Bradford to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.

Train, bus or fly from Bradford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bradford to Cardiff is to train via Manchester which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 47m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £190 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Bradford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bradford to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Bradford to Cardiff train arrive?

Bradford to Cardiff train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Bradford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bradford to Cardiff is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Bradford to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Bradford to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Bradford to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoriatrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 8m
£69–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to University REbus 216 / ...
7h 47m
£30–47
Drive 210.5 mi
1. Drive from Bradford to Cardiffcar 210.5 mi
4h 21m
£53–76
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 28m
£67–144
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 14m
£99–160
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
8h 15m
£39–67
Fly Leeds Bradford International Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LBA - CWL
6h 30m
£69–186
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 24m
£79–197
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
7h 56m
£86–178

Bradford to Cardiff by train and tram

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Distance: 209.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Cardiff Central via Manchester Victoria, Victoria, Piccadilly, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Little Germany W to University RE via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Bus Station in around 7h 47m.

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