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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Cardiff to Nottingham

Cheapest
2 h 50 min
Car
258 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Cardiff to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$43.04
Bus from Birmingham to Nottingham
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Nottingham
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$107.59–$316.44

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Nottingham is to bus which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 5h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Nottingham via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Nottingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Nottingham. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Nottingham?

The distance between Cardiff and Nottingham is 265 km. The road distance is 256.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs $92.39 - $271.74 .

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Nottingham takes 3h 16m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Nottingham train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Nottingham is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs $92.39 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Nottingham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Nottingham is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Nottingham.

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

Book your Cardiff to Nottingham train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff to Nottingham bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

There are 1622+ hotels available in Nottingham. Prices start at $39.75 per night.
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