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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Wellingborough is to bus and train via Cardiff North Road which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Wellingborough is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Wellingborough?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Wellingborough. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wellingborough via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Wellingborough?

The distance between Cardiff and Wellingborough is 213 miles. The road distance is 144.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Wellingborough without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 13m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Cardiff to Wellingborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Wellingborough train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Wellingborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Wellingborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Wellingborough is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Wellingborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Wellingborough?

There are 846+ hotels available in Wellingborough.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Wellingboroughtrain London St Pancras International - Corby / ...
3h 13m
£96–175
Drive 143.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Wellingboroughcar 143.8 mi
2h 57m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Wellingboroughtrain
5h 25m
£48–96
Train
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 33m
£79–130
Bus, train via Cardiff North Road
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Luton DART Parkwaybus
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Wellingboroughtrain
6h 5m
£36–56

Cardiff to Wellingborough by train and subway

191Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 211.8 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Wellingborough via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 13m.

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