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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Burslem is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Burslem is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Burslem?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Burslem. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Nile Street via Coventry and bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Burslem?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Burslem. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Longport via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Burslem?

The distance between Cardiff and Burslem is 151 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Burslem without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Cardiff to Burslem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Burslem bus from?

Cardiff to Burslem bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Burslem train from?

Cardiff to Burslem train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Burslem?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Burslem is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Burslem bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Burslem train arrive?

Cardiff to Burslem train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Burslem?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Burslem is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Burslem.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 17m
£50–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus Cp2
2. Take the bus from Coventry to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980
5h 30m
£29–45
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Burslemcar 148.8 mi
2h 39m
£37–53
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Longporttrain Birmingham New Street - Crewe / ...
3h 53m
£61–109

Cardiff to Burslem by train

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Nile Street via Coventry, Stoke-on-Trent, and bus station in around 5h 30m.

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