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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to train and fly which takes 4h 35m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Darlington and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Darlington to Cardiff?

The distance between Darlington and Cardiff is 291 miles. The road distance is 273.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £150 - £230.

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

The train from Darlington to Cardiff Central takes 4h 54m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Cardiff bus from?

Darlington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Darlington to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £150 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Darlington to Cardiff bus arrive?

Darlington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Darlington to Cardiff train arrive?

Darlington to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Cardiff is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Darlington to Cardiff.

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

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Darlington to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Darlington to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
4h 54m
£150–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h 45m
£49–129
Drive 271.9 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Cardiffcar 271.9 mi
4h 44m
£67–96
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 35m
£59–154
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Darlington to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 7m
£148–214
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Darlington to Manchester Piccadillytrain Newcastle - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 50m
£105–188
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
9h 10m
£52–98
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 8m
£119–274
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 1m
£134–426

Darlington to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 289.2 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £150–230 and the journey takes 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 45m.

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