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

The cheapest way to get from Stamford to Cardiff is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stamford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Stamford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stamford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stamford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Stamford to Cardiff?

The distance between Stamford and Cardiff is 188 miles. The road distance is 169 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stamford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £95 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Stamford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stamford to Cardiff train from?

Stamford to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stamford station.

Where does the Stamford to Cardiff train arrive?

Stamford to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Stamford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stamford to Cardiff is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Stamford to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Stamford to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Stamford to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stamford to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 15m
£97–138
Drive 168 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stamford to Cardiffcar 168 mi
3h 22m
£42–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 4P
2. Take the train from Peterborough to King's Crosstrain
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 507 / ...
6h 38m
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Stamford to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 21m
£81–143

Stamford to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 186.8 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Stamford, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Stamford to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 15m.

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