What is the cheapest way to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Peak District National Park and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Peak District National Park to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Turnaround and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Sheffield Interchange/E2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Peak District National Park and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Peak District National Park to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Edale and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Peak District National Park to Cardiff?

The distance between Peak District National Park and Cardiff is 194 miles. The road distance is 177 miles.

How do I travel from Peak District National Park to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peak District National Park to Cardiff bus from?

Peak District National Park to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Peak District National Park to Cardiff train from?

Peak District National Park to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Peak District National Park to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 9h 1m.

Where does the Peak District National Park to Cardiff bus arrive?

Peak District National Park to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Peak District National Park to Cardiff train arrive?

Peak District National Park to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Peak District National Park to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Peak District National Park to Cardiff is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Peak District National Park to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Peak District National Park to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Peak District National Park to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 26m
£74–137
Drive 176 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peak District National Park to Cardiffcar 176 mi
3h 27m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
9h 1m
£48–111
Train via Derby
1. Take the train from Edale to Derbytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Nottingham
2. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 38m
£109–162

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Distance: 192.8 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Peak District National Park, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Peak District National Park to Sophia Gardens via Edale, Bamford, Bus Turnaround, Sheffield Interchange/B6, Sheffield Interchange/E2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 1m.

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