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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Mablethorpe is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 9h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Mablethorpe is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Mablethorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Mablethorpe station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Mablethorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Mablethorpe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Skegness via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Mablethorpe?

The distance between Cardiff and Mablethorpe is 267 miles. The road distance is 236.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mablethorpe without a car is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Cardiff to Mablethorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Mablethorpe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Mablethorpe train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Mablethorpe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mablethorpe is to train which takes 7h 44m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 9h 38m.

Where does the Cardiff to Mablethorpe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Mablethorpe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Mablethorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Mablethorpe is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Cardiff to Mablethorpe.

Where can I stay near Mablethorpe?

There are 1869+ hotels available in Mablethorpe.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain Nottingham - Skegness
7h 44m
£132–194
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
9h 38m
£49–121
Drive 235 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Mablethorpecar 235 mi
4h 22m
£57–83
Train via Manchester
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 38m
£103–177

Cardiff to Mablethorpe by train and bus

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Distance: 265.5 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bus Station via Nottingham, Skegness, and Bus Station in around 7h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 9h 38m.

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