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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Towcester is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Towcester is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Towcester?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Towcester. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Northampton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Towcester?

The distance between Cardiff and Towcester is 168 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Towcester without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Cardiff to Towcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Towcester train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Towcester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Towcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Towcester is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Cardiff to Towcester.

Where can I stay near Towcester?

There are 1034+ hotels available in Towcester.

Cardiff to Towcester - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 500 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Towcester by train, car, or bus

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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 Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 29m
£68–116
Drive 124.3 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Towcestercar 124.3 mi
2h 37m
£31–45
Train, line 500 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Didcot Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Banburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Northampton Roadbus 500
5h 31m
£58–101

Cardiff to Towcester by train and bus

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Northgate via Birmingham New Street, Northampton, Rail Station approach road, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 29m.

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