What is the cheapest way to get from Nottingham to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to South Wales is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nottingham to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to South Wales is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Greyfriars Road GF and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Cwmbach via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Nottingham to South Wales?

The distance between Nottingham and South Wales is 187 miles. The road distance is 164.6 miles.

How do I travel from Nottingham to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Nottingham to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £80 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Nottingham to South Wales?

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Nottingham to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nottingham to South Wales train from?

Nottingham to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to South Wales?

The best way to get from Nottingham to South Wales is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £80 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Nottingham to South Wales bus arrive?

Nottingham to South Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Nottingham to South Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nottingham to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to South Wales is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Nottingham to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Nottingham to South Wales?

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Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 662+ hotels available in South Wales.

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There are 3 ways to get from Nottingham to South Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
4h 38m
£80–119
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
6h 39m
£34–56
Drive 163.6 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to South Walescar 163.6 mi
3h 2m
£41–59

Nottingham to South Wales by train

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Distance: 185.7 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

What companies run services between Nottingham, England and South Wales?

You can take a train from Nottingham to Cwmbach via Cardiff Central in around 4h 38m. 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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