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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Desborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Desborough. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Paddock Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Haymarket Bus Station and Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Desborough?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Desborough. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Kettering via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Desborough?

The distance between Cardiff and Desborough is 226 miles. The road distance is 147 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Desborough without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 25m and costs £110 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Cardiff to Desborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Desborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Desborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Desborough?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Desborough is to train via London which takes 3h 25m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Desborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Desborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Desborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Desborough is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Desborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Desborough?

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Cardiff to Desborough - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Desborough by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ketteringtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
3h 25m
£117–200
Drive 146.1 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Desboroughcar 146.1 mi
2h 52m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
8h 28m
£38–89
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Leicestertrain Cardiff Central - Leicester
2. Take the train from Leicester to Ketteringtrain Nottingham - London St Pancras International / ...
5h 33m
£97–135
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
5h 40m
£82–114
Train #3
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leicestertrain
6h 59m
£65–123

Cardiff to Desborough by bus

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8h 28mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.2 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Desborough via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, and Kettering in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Paddock Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, Haymarket Bus Station, The Square, and Market Hall in around 8h 28m.

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