What is the cheapest way to get from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Cardiff Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Bus Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Leeds and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Leeds and Cardiff Central Station is 221 miles. The road distance is 219.7 miles.

How do I travel from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station?

The train from Leeds to Cardiff Central takes 3h 51m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Cardiff Central Station bus from?

Leeds to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Cardiff Central Station train from?

Leeds to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Leeds to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Leeds to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Leeds to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Cardiff Central Station is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Central Station?

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Leeds to Cardiff Central Station - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Leeds to Cardiff Central Station by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
3h 51m
£95–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
6h 27m
£29–47
Drive 218.4 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Cardiff Central Stationcar 218.4 mi
3h 55m
£55–79
Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 19m
£67–142
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Leeds to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 59m
£99–155
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Piccadillytrain Leeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 3m
£68–116
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 46m
£34–64
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
1. Take the train from Leeds 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
5h 39m
£76–190

Leeds to Cardiff Central Station by train

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Distance: 220.1 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Cardiff Central Station, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Leeds to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £95–150 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Bus Station and Sophia Gardens in around 6h 27m.

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