What is the cheapest way to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between M42 motorway and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from M42 motorway to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Broad Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Worcester Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between M42 motorway and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from M42 motorway to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bromsgrove and arriving at Cardiff Central via University. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from M42 motorway to Cardiff?

The distance between M42 motorway and Cardiff is 121 miles. The road distance is 92.7 miles.

How do I travel from M42 motorway to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £80.

How long does it take to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the M42 motorway to Cardiff bus from?

M42 motorway to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Worcestershire, depart from Broad Street station.

Where do I catch the M42 motorway to Cardiff train from?

M42 motorway to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from University station.

Train or bus from M42 motorway to Cardiff?

The best way to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can line 144 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the M42 motorway to Cardiff bus arrive?

M42 motorway to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Worcestershire, arrive at Worcester Bus Station.

Where does the M42 motorway to Cardiff train arrive?

M42 motorway to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from M42 motorway to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between M42 motorway to Cardiff is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from M42 motorway to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Cardiff.

M42 motorway to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, line 144 bus, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from M42 motorway to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from University to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 55m
£48–79
Drive 92.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from M42 motorway to Cardiffcar 92.2 mi
1h 38m
£23–34
Line 144 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Street to Worcester Bus Stationbus 144
2. Take the bus from Worcester Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp4
4h 13m
Line 144 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Broad Street to Foregate Street Stationbus 144
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 2m
Line 144 bus, train via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Broad Street to Foregate Street Stationbus 144
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Filton Abbey Woodtrain
3. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 35m

M42 motorway to Cardiff by foot, bus, and train

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between M42 motorway, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from University to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from M42 motorway to Sophia Gardens via Broad Street and Worcester Bus Station in around 4h 13m.

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