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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Nottingham to Cardiff

Composite routes from Nottingham to Cardiff

Cheapest
2 h 50 min
Car
258 km.
from $14
Other
3 h 7 min
Bus
284 km.
from €195
Details

Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Nottingham to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44
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 Nottingham to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$107.59–$316.44

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Cardiff is to bus which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Cardiff via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nottingham and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Cardiff?

The distance between Nottingham and Cardiff is 265 km. The road distance is 256.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $92.39 - $271.74 .

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

The train from Nottingham to Cardiff Central takes 3h 18m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Nottingham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs $92.39 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Nottingham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Nottingham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Nottingham to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nottingham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Cardiff is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Nottingham to Cardiff.

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

Book your Nottingham to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Nottingham 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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