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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Louth is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Louth is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Louth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Louth station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Louth?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Louth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Grimsby Town via Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Louth?

The distance between Cardiff and Louth is 228 miles. The road distance is 222.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Louth without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 35m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Cardiff to Louth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Louth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Louth train from?

Cardiff to Louth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Louth?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Louth is to bus which takes 8h 40m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £190 and takes 8h.

Where does the Cardiff to Louth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Louth train arrive?

Cardiff to Louth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Stockport station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Louth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Louth is 222 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Cardiff to Louth.

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Louth by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Lincoln Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Market Placebus 50
6h 35m
£106–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 151
8h 40m
£49–122
Drive 220.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Louthcar 220.9 mi
3h 58m
£55–79
Train, bus via Market Place
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Market Rasentrain
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Stationbus 51W / ...
7h 3m
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Stockporttrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Grimsby Towntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
8h
£103–181

Cardiff to Louth by train and bus

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6h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 226.2 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Market Place via Stockport, Grimsby Town, and St James Church Stop 2 in around 8h.

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