What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Coventry?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Pool Meadow Bus Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Coventry?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Coventry via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Coventry is 127 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry?

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Coventry bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Coventry bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Coventry train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Coventry train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £29 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Coventry bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Coventry bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Coventry train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Coventry train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Coventry is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry?

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Cardiff Central Station to Coventry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Coventry by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 28m
£53–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus Cp2
3h 1m
£17–29
Drive 114.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Coventrycar 114.8 mi
2h 18m
£29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Allison Street to Belgrade Theatrebus X1
4h 44m

Cardiff Central Station to Coventry by train

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Distance: 126.3 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Coventry, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Pool Meadow Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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