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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Leicester to Cardiff Airport

Composite routes from Leicester to Cardiff Airport

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Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from Birmingham to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04

West Midlands Trains

Phone:
+44 333 311 0039
Website:
westmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Hereford
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Leicester to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$40.50–$75.95
Train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Hereford to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$43.04

Bus operators

First South & West Wales

Phone:
+44 1792 57 22 55
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/south-west-wales
Bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is to drive which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 2h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs $52.17 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL). However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Cardiff Airport via Birmingham, Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

The distance between Leicester and Cardiff Airport (CWL) is 264 km. The road distance is 260.7 km.

How do I travel from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) without a car?

The best way to get from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) without a car is to train and line 304 bus which takes 5h 35m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) bus from?

Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leicester station.

Where does the Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) bus arrive?

Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL) is 261 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Leicester to Cardiff Airport (CWL).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Airport (CWL)?

There are 1173+ hotels available in Cardiff Airport (CWL). Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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