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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stafford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stafford is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stafford station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Wolverhampton Bus Station via Lordswood Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stafford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stafford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stafford via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stafford?

The distance between Cardiff and Stafford is 136 miles. The road distance is 130.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stafford without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Cardiff to Stafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stafford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stafford is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stafford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Stafford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stafford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stafford is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Cardiff to Stafford.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Stafford?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Stafford 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 Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 38m
£67–105
Drive 129.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Staffordcar 129.7 mi
2h 19m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stafford Collegebus 5A / ...
4h 42m
£43–73
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Staffordtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 24m
£73–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Roadbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Wolverhampton Bus Stationbus X8
4h 50m
£32–76

Cardiff to Stafford by train

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stafford via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Stafford via Lordswood Road, Wolverhampton Bus Station, and Wolverhampton in around 4h 50m.

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