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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Darlaston is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Darlaston is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Darlaston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Darlaston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Darlaston Asda via Hagley Road West and West Bromwich Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Darlaston?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Darlaston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Walsall via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Darlaston?

The distance between Cardiff and Darlaston is 122 miles. The road distance is 111.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Darlaston without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £60 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Cardiff to Darlaston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Darlaston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Darlaston train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Darlaston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Darlaston is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £60 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Cardiff to Darlaston bus arrive?

Cardiff to Darlaston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Darlaston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Darlaston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Darlaston is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Darlaston.

Where can I stay near Darlaston?

There are 3269+ hotels available in Darlaston.

Cardiff to Darlaston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Darlaston 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 55m
£64–95
Drive 110.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Darlastoncar 110.5 mi
2h 1m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
4h 11m
£28–63
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Universitytrain Hereford - Birmingham New Street
4h 32m
£44–88

Cardiff to Darlaston by train and bus

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 121.3 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Road 5 times a day. Tickets cost £23–60 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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