What is the cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Birmingham is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardigan to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Birmingham is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Synod Inn and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cardigan and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Cardigan to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Clunderwen and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Birmingham?

The distance between Cardigan and Birmingham is 163 miles. The road distance is 144.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardigan to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Birmingham without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 17m and costs £110 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cardigan to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Cardigan to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Birmingham bus from?

Cardigan to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Birmingham train from?

Cardigan to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Clunderwen station.

Train or bus from Cardigan to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Birmingham is to bus which takes 6h 14m and costs £90 - £130. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £160 - £230 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Cardigan to Birmingham bus arrive?

Cardigan to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardigan to Birmingham train arrive?

Cardigan to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Birmingham is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Cardigan to Birmingham.

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Cardigan to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardigan to Birmingham by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Park Avenuebus T1x
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
5h 17m
£116–159
Drive 143.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardigan to Birminghamcar 143.3 mi
3h 23m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
6h 14m
£94–124
Train
1. Take the train from Clunderwen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 35m
£164–230

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Cardigan, Wales and Birmingham, England?

National Express operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardigan to Birmingham New Street via Clunderwen and Cardiff Central in around 5h 35m.

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