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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Darlington to Cardiff

Composite routes from Darlington to Cardiff

Cheapest
4 h 46 min
Car
454 km.
from $24

Transport providers

Airlines

KLM

Website:
klm.com
Plane from Durham Tees Valley Airport to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$265.81–$886.04

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Newcastle to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$227.84
Plane from Edinburgh Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$164.55

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Newcastle to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$569.60

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$63.29
Train from London Paddington to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$101.26–$215.18

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Darlington to Sheffield
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50
Bus from Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Bus from Birmingham to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Darlington to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$113.92–$329.10
Train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52
Train from Darlington to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$69.62
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95
Train from Darlington to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$303.79

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Darlington to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$69.62–$101.26
Train from Darlington to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 57m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$126.58–$177.21

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Darlington to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$41.77
Train from Darlington to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$32.91–$82.28

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Darlington to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.76–$13.92

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$139.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to bus which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 9h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs $86.96 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Cardiff via Sheffield, Meadowhall Interchange and Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Cardiff Central via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Darlington to Cardiff?

The distance between Darlington and Cardiff is 446 km. The road distance is 451.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $163.04 - $456.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Darlington to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Cardiff bus from?

Darlington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Darlington station.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Darlington to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Darlington to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs $163.04 - $456.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 9h 24m, you could also fly, which costs $228.26 - $815.22 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Darlington to Cardiff bus arrive?

Darlington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sheffield Meadowhall Interchange station.

What is the time difference between Darlington and Cardiff?

It is currently 03:52 at both, Darlington and Cardiff.

Where does the Darlington to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Darlington to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Cardiff is 452 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Darlington to Cardiff.

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

Book your Darlington to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Darlington to Cardiff?

Book your Darlington to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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