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 £29 - £45 and takes 2h 33m.

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 33m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Towcester?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Towcester. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Saracens Head Hotel via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Lake and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

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 57m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Towcester?

The distance between Cardiff and Towcester is 168 miles. The road distance is 124.4 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 57m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Cardiff to Towcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Towcester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Towcester train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Towcester?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Towcester is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Towcester bus arrive?

Cardiff to Towcester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus 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 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Towcester.

Where can I stay near Towcester?

There are 1046+ hotels available in Towcester.

Cardiff to Towcester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 500 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Towcester 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 Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
4h 57m
£80–132
Drive 123.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Towcestercar 123.7 mi
2h 33m
£30–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Northamptonbus 230
7h 39m
£46–104
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 32m
£62–111

Cardiff to Towcester by train and bus

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Saracens Head Hotel via Birmingham New Street, Northampton, Rail Station approach road, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Saracens Head Hotel via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Northampton, Lake, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 7h 39m.

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