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

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Cardiff is to bus via Bristol which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Loughborough and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughborough to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Lemyngton Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Loughborough and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Cardiff Central via Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Loughborough to Cardiff?

The distance between Loughborough and Cardiff is 166 miles. The road distance is 150.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Loughborough to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Cardiff bus from?

Loughborough to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Loughborough to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Loughborough to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Loughborough to Cardiff bus arrive?

Loughborough to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Loughborough to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Loughborough to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Cardiff is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Loughborough to Cardiff.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Loughborough to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 1m
£73–111
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
7h 55m
£22–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
5h 12m
£25–43
Drive 149.7 mi
1. Drive from Loughborough to Cardiffcar 149.7 mi
2h 40m
£37–54

Loughborough to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 165.4 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Derby to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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