How to travel from Cotswolds to Cardiff, United Kingdom

The distance between Cotswolds and Cardiff is around 114km (71 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 20m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Cotswolds to Cardiff by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Bus

Take the bus to Cardiff Coach Station Sophia Gardens.

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    £11($13)
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Gloucester Market Parade then take the train to Cardiff Central.

  • Duration1h 45m
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    £50($59)
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Drive

Drive to Cardiff.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Distance115km (72 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Cotswolds and Cardiff

There are several options for getting from Cotswolds to Cardiff by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around £11 ($13) and will take around 2h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £14 ($16).

The distance between Cotswolds and Cardiff is around 114km (71 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 321km (200 miles)

It takes around 1h 45m to get from Cotswolds and Cardiff by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 20m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Cotswolds to Cardiff is to drive which takes around 1h 20m and will set you back approx £14 ($16).

The cheapest way to travel between Cotswolds and Cardiff, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around £11 ($13) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Cotswolds and Cardiff. We recommend that you drive to Cardiff. instead which will take 1h 20m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Cotswolds and Cardiff. It typically takes around 2h 45m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Cotswolds to Cardiff. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Elkstone Combend Farm and Gloucester Market Parade. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 2h 45m.

National Express run regular bus services between Cotswolds and Cardiff. Buses run twice daily and take around 2h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Cotswolds to Cardiff. We recommend that you take the bus to Gloucester Market Parade then take the train to Cardiff Central. instead which will take 1h 45m.

The closest major airport to Cardiff is Cardiff Airport (CWL) (CWL) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Cardiff. Bristol Airport (BRS) (BRS) and Exeter Airport (EXT) (EXT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Cotswolds and Cardiff. The distance is around 115km (72 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 20m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Cotswolds to Cardiff is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 1h 45m and will usually cost around £50 ($59).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Cotswolds and Cardiff

Transport options from Cotswolds to Cardiff
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2h 45m
£11($13)
5 times a week126km (78 miles)
Bus and Train
1h 45m
£50($59)
5 times a week114km (71 miles)
Drive
1h 20m
£14($16)
on demand115km (72 miles)

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Airports near Cardiff

The following major airports near Cardiff offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

CWL
Cardiff Airport (CWL)
Domestic Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Cardiff
BRS
Bristol Airport (BRS)
International Airport
Distance
34km (21 miles) from Cardiff
EXT
Exeter Airport (EXT)
International Airport
Distance
85km (53 miles) from Cardiff