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

The cheapest way to get from Lancaster to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lancaster to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Lancaster and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancaster station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Night Std and arriving at Cardiff - North Road via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Lancaster and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Lancaster to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Lancaster and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Lancaster to Cardiff?

The distance between Lancaster and Cardiff is 211 miles. The road distance is 211.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lancaster to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Lancaster to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Cardiff bus from?

Lancaster to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Lancaster to Cardiff train from?

Lancaster to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Lancaster to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Lancaster to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Lancaster to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lancaster to Cardiff train arrive?

Lancaster to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Lancaster to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancaster to Cardiff is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Lancaster to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Lancaster to Cardiff?

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Lancaster to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Lancaster to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Lancaster to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 18m
£69–113
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff - North Roadbus
8h 15m
£34–57
Drive 210.2 mi
1. Drive from Lancaster to Cardiffcar 210.2 mi
4h 24m
£53–77
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Haymarkettrain
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 39m
£103–240
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 41m
£95–156
Train to Liverpool, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
12h 29m
£90–194
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 15m
£94–221

Lancaster to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 209.5 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Lancaster, Lancashire, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Lancaster to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Night Std to Cardiff - North Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 15m.

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