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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Loughborough is to bus which costs £20 - £40 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Loughborough is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at High Street via Birmingham Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Loughborough?

The distance between Cardiff and Loughborough is 166 miles. The road distance is 151 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £90 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Cardiff to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Loughborough bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Loughborough is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Loughborough bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Loughborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Loughborough is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Cardiff to Loughborough.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Loughborough?

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1989+ hotels available in Loughborough.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
3h 38m
£90–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
7h 16m
£21–36
Bus via Birmingham
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 / ...
6h 5m
£34–82
Drive 150.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Loughboroughcar 150.1 mi
2h 40m
£37–53

Cardiff to Loughborough by train

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to High Street via Birmingham Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 6h 5m.

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