What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cranfield University?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cranfield University is to bus via Central station which costs £25 - £40 and takes 8h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cranfield University?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cranfield University is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cranfield University?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Cranfield University. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Cranfield University Main Gate via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Cranfield University?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Cranfield University. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Milton Keynes Central via Paddington and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cranfield University?

The distance between Cardiff and Cranfield University is 211 miles. The road distance is 138.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Cranfield University without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cranfield University without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £85 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Cranfield University?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Cardiff to Cranfield University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cranfield University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cranfield University train from?

Cardiff to Cranfield University train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Cranfield University?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cranfield University is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Cranfield University bus arrive?

Cardiff to Cranfield University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Cranfield University train arrive?

Cardiff to Cranfield University train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cranfield University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Cranfield University is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Cardiff to Cranfield University.

Where can I stay near Cranfield University?

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Cardiff to Cranfield University - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 50m
£86–174
Bus via Central station
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk940
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Milton Keynesbus Uk998 / ...
8h 7m
£26–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
6h 50m
£42–95
Drive 137.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cranfield Universitycar 137.9 mi
2h 55m
£34–49
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 Milton Keynes Centraltrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 10m
£82–138

Cardiff to Cranfield University by train, subway, foot, and bus

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Distance: 209.6 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cranfield University, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cranfield University via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Euston, Milton Keynes Central, Central station, and Cranfield University Main Gate in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Cranfield University via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Cranfield University Main Gate in around 6h 50m.

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