What is the cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Coach Park and arriving at Cardiff North Road via St Margaret's Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University?

The distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Cardiff University is 162 miles. The road distance is 147.9 miles.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University bus from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University train from?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University bus arrive?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University.

Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

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Can I share a ride from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between East Midlands Airport (EMA) and Cardiff University. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University

Q: How long does it take to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University?

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University, including transfers.

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There are 5 ways to get from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 24m
£83–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
8h 9m
£33–74
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from East Midlands-EMA to Cardiff Universityrideshare 147 mi
2h 32m
Drive 147 mi
1. Drive from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff Universitycar 147 mi
2h 32m
£36–52
Line 9 bus, train
1. Take the bus from EMA Departure Building to New Streetbus 9
2. Take the train from University to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 4m

East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff University by bus, train, and foot

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4h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

What companies run services between East Midlands Airport (EMA), England and Cardiff University, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £80–120 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Park to Cardiff University via St Margaret's Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Cardiff North Road in around 8h 9m.

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