What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to National Bowl?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to National Bowl is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to National Bowl?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to National Bowl is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and National Bowl?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to National Bowl. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Kelvin Drive via London Heathrow Airport and Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and National Bowl?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to National Bowl. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Milton Keynes Central via Paddington and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to National Bowl?

The distance between Cardiff and National Bowl is 200 miles. The road distance is 130.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to National Bowl without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to National Bowl without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £80 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to National Bowl?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cardiff to National Bowl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to National Bowl bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to National Bowl train from?

Cardiff to National Bowl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to National Bowl?

The best way to get from Cardiff to National Bowl is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 16m.

Where does the Cardiff to National Bowl bus arrive?

Cardiff to National Bowl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to National Bowl train arrive?

Cardiff to National Bowl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to National Bowl?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to National Bowl is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cardiff to National Bowl.

Where can I stay near National Bowl?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 27m
£83–171
Drive 129.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to National Bowlcar 129.7 mi
2h 43m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Milton Keynesbus Uk998 / ...
6h 16m
£34–76
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
3h 39m
£79–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Gloucester Green Bus Stationbus X52
3. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to High Streetbus X5
6h 45m
£33–65

Cardiff to National Bowl by bus and foot

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6h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.7 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and National Bowl, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to National Bowl via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Euston, and Milton Keynes Central in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to National Bowl via London Heathrow Airport, Central station, and Kelvin Drive in around 6h 16m.

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