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

The cheapest way to get from Swadlincote to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £70 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swadlincote to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swadlincote and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Swadlincote station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via New Street, Bus Station, Moor Street Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Swadlincote and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Swadlincote to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Burton-on-Trent and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Swadlincote to Cardiff?

The distance between Swadlincote and Cardiff is 146 miles. The road distance is 139.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swadlincote to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £75 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Swadlincote to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swadlincote to Cardiff bus from?

Swadlincote to Cardiff bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swadlincote to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Swadlincote to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Swadlincote to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £75 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Swadlincote to Cardiff bus arrive?

Swadlincote to Cardiff bus services, operated by NX West Midlands, arrive at Dale House station.

Where does the Swadlincote to Cardiff train arrive?

Swadlincote to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swadlincote to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Swadlincote to Cardiff is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Swadlincote to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Swadlincote to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Burton-on-Trent to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 55m
£75–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dale Housebus X3
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 19m
£28–67
Drive 138.7 mi
1. Drive from Swadlincote to Cardiffcar 138.7 mi
2h 29m
£34–49
Line 8 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to New Streetbus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from New Street to Bus Stationbus X12 / ...
3. Take the train from Lichfield City to Universitytrain
4. Take the train from University to Herefordtrain
5. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 13m

Swadlincote to Cardiff by bus and train

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3h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.3 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Burton-on-Trent to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £75–110 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via New Street, Bus Station, Dale House, Moor Street Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 19m.

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