What is the cheapest way to get from Shirley to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Shirley to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shirley to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Shirley to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Shirley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Shirley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Thornyfield Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Shirley to Cardiff?

The distance between Shirley and Cardiff is 114 miles. The road distance is 107.4 miles.

How do I travel from Shirley to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Shirley to Cardiff without a car is to line 76 bus and train which takes 3h 32m and costs £55 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Shirley to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Shirley to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shirley to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where does the Shirley to Cardiff bus arrive?

Shirley to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Can I drive from Shirley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Shirley to Cardiff is 107 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Shirley to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Shirley to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Shirley to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Line 76 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Saracens Head to Queen Elizabeth Hospitalbus 76
2. Take the train from University to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 32m
£57–83
Drive 106.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shirley to Cardiffcar 106.7 mi
1h 59m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
5h 18m
£27–63
Line 76 bus, train via Hereford
1. Take the bus from Saracens Head to Queen Elizabeth Hospitalbus 76
2. Take the train from University to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 26m
£41–88

Shirley to Cardiff by bus and train

85Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.7 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Shirley, Solihull, England and Cardiff, Wales?

National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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