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

The cheapest way to get from Thrapston to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thrapston to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Thrapston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Thrapston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Sackville Street and arriving at Kingsway GR via Bus Interchange, Northampton Bus Interchange and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Thrapston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Thrapston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kettering and arriving at Cardiff Central via Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Thrapston to Cardiff?

The distance between Thrapston and Cardiff is 231 miles. The road distance is 154.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thrapston to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Thrapston to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thrapston to Cardiff bus from?

Thrapston to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Northampton Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Thrapston to Cardiff train from?

Thrapston to Cardiff train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.

Train or bus from Thrapston to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Thrapston to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 34m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Thrapston to Cardiff bus arrive?

Thrapston to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Thrapston to Cardiff train arrive?

Thrapston to Cardiff train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Nottingham station.

Can I drive from Thrapston to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Thrapston to Cardiff is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Thrapston to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kettering to Nottinghamtrain London St Pancras International - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
6h 34m
£119–181
Drive 154 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thrapston to Cardiffcar 154 mi
3h 9m
£38–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 440
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
8h 26m
£48–111
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 44m
£90–166

Thrapston to Cardiff by bus and train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.1 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Sackville Street to Cardiff Central via Bus Interchange, Railway Station, Kettering, and Nottingham in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sackville Street to Kingsway GR via Bus Interchange, Northampton Bus Interchange, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 8h 26m.

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