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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £29 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Rugby and Cardiff Central Station is 138 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station, including transfers.

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

Rugby to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

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

Rugby to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Rugby to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Rugby to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Rugby to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

Rugby to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Cardiff Central Station is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Central Station?

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Rugby to Cardiff Central Station - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Rugby to Cardiff Central Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 24m
£65–110
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 44m
£27–72
Drive 121.7 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Cardiff Central Stationcar 121.7 mi
2h 26m
£30–43

Rugby to Cardiff Central Station by train

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to Cardiff Central Station via Transport Museum, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bristol Bus Station, and Cardiff North Road in around 6h 44m.

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