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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Coniston is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Coniston is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Coniston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Coniston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at The Crown via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Rail Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Coniston?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Coniston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Windermere via Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Coniston?

The distance between Cardiff and Coniston is 252 miles. The road distance is 250.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Coniston without a car is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Cardiff to Coniston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Coniston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Coniston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Coniston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Coniston is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 12h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff to Coniston bus arrive?

Cardiff to Coniston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Coniston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Coniston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Coniston is 251 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Cardiff to Coniston.

Where can I stay near Coniston?

There are 3336+ hotels available in Coniston.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 10m
£107–164
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
12h 23m
£44–72
Drive 249.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Conistoncar 249.3 mi
5h 5m
£62–90
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 15m
£85–146

Cardiff to Coniston by bus

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Distance: 250.6 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Coniston, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Coniston via Crewe, Oxenholme Lake District, and Windermere in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Crown via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 12h 23m.

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