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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £60.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nottingham and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Nottingham and Cardiff Central Station is 165 miles. The road distance is 160.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £110.

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

The train from Nottingham to Cardiff Central takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs every two hours.

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

Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 4h 56m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £250 and takes 11h 15m.

Where does the Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Central Station?

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Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
3h 18m
£70–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
4h 56m
£26–45
Drive 159.1 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Cardiff Central Stationcar 159.1 mi
2h 47m
£40–58
Fly
1. Fly from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane EMA - CWL
11h 15m
£50–245

Nottingham to Cardiff Central Station by train

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Nottingham to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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