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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Motherwell is to bus which costs £60 - £140 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Motherwell is to train and fly which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at High Road via Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Motherwell?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Motherwell. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Motherwell via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Motherwell?

The distance between Cardiff and Motherwell is 369 miles. The road distance is 361.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Motherwell without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 25m and costs £100 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Cardiff to Motherwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Motherwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Motherwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Motherwell?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Motherwell is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 25m and costs £100 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Cardiff to Motherwell bus arrive?

Cardiff to Motherwell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Motherwell train arrive?

Cardiff to Motherwell train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Motherwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Motherwell is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Motherwell.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Motherwell?

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Cardiff to Motherwell - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Motherwelltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 25m
£101–234
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
4h 25m
£53–151
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn30 / ...
9h 51m
£65–131
Drive 359 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Motherwellcar 359 mi
6h 43m
£88–127
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Glasgow Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Glasgow Central
9h 12m
£274–387
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
5h 11m
£94–195
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Motherwelltrain
5h 39m
£77–174

Cardiff to Motherwell by train

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Distance: 367 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Motherwell, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Motherwell via Crewe in around 6h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to High Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, Shudehill Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 51m.

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