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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hinckley is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hinckley is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Hinckley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Hinckley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Coleshill Parkway via Dale End. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Hinckley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hinckley. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Hinckley?

The distance between Cardiff and Hinckley is 133 miles. The road distance is 127.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hinckley without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £70 - £100.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Hinckley takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hinckley bus from?

Cardiff to Hinckley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hinckley train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Hinckley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hinckley is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £70 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Cardiff to Hinckley bus arrive?

Cardiff to Hinckley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Hinckley train arrive?

Cardiff to Hinckley train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Hinckley station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Hinckley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hinckley is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cardiff to Hinckley.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Hinckleytrain Cardiff Central - Leicester
2h 42m
£70–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham Centre - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
4h 41m
£21–34
Drive 127.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Hinckleycar 127.1 mi
2h 30m
£31–45
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 Hinckleytrain Birmingham New Street - Leicester / ...
3h 10m
£71–99

Cardiff to Hinckley by train

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Distance: 132.5 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Hinckley once a week. Tickets cost £70–100 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham Centre - Jennens Road once daily. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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