What is the cheapest way to get from York Station to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from York Station to Cardiff is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from York Station to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from York Station to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between York Station and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from York and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from York Station to Cardiff?

The distance between York Station and Cardiff is 247 miles. The road distance is 230.4 miles.

How do I travel from York Station to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from York Station to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £130 - £190.

How long does it take to get from York Station to Cardiff?

The train from York to Cardiff Central takes 4h 22m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the York Station to Cardiff train from?

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

Where does the York Station to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from York Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between York Station to Cardiff is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from York Station to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from York Station to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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York Station to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from York Station to Cardiff by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
4h 22m
£130–190
Drive 229 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York Station to Cardiffcar 229 mi
4h 13m
£56–81
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from York to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 1m
£72–182
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from York to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 33m
£134–195
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from York to Birmingham New Streettrain Newcastle - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 36m
£123–179
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from York to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 40m
£89–160
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from York to Leedstrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LBA - CWL
10h 12m
£75–168
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from York to Leedstrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LBA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 20m
£76–177

York Station to Cardiff by train

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.4 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between York Station, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from York to Cardiff Central once daily. Tickets cost £130–190 and the journey takes 4h 22m.

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