What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Melton Mowbray?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Windsor Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Haymarket Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Melton Mowbray?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Melton Mowbray via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray?

The distance between Cardiff and Melton Mowbray is 163 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Melton Mowbray bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Melton Mowbray train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to Melton Mowbray bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Melton Mowbray train arrive?

Cardiff to Melton Mowbray train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Melton Mowbray is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Melton Mowbray?

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Where can I stay near Melton Mowbray?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Melton Mowbraytrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 53m
£72–111
Bus
cheapest
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 / ...
7h 1m
£30–49
Drive 156.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Melton Mowbraycar 156.8 mi
3h 2m
£39–57
Train via Hereford
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 Melton Mowbraytrain
5h 12m
£59–115

Cardiff to Melton Mowbray by train

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Melton Mowbray, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Melton Mowbray via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Windsor Street via Birmingham Coach Station, St Margaret's Bus Station, and Haymarket Bus Station in around 7h 1m.

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