What is the cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff is to bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Cardiff is 152 miles. The road distance is 146.7 miles.

How do I travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff bus from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Train or bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff bus arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff?

Book your Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 36m
£70–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
5h 57m
£20–46
Drive 145.9 mi
1. Drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiffcar 145.9 mi
2h 32m
£36–52
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Queensway flyover to Railway Stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 13m

Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Stoke-on-Trent, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Bristol Bus Station in around 5h 57m.

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