The distance between Crewe and Cardiff is around 222km (138 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 2h 30m.
We've found 2 different ways to get from Crewe to Cardiff by train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cardiff → Crewe if you're planning a return trip.
Take the train to Cardiff Central.
Transport for Wales
There are several options for getting from Crewe to Cardiff by train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around £76 ($90) and will take around 2h 30m.
The distance between Crewe and Cardiff is around 222km (138 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 187km (116 miles)
It takes around 2h 30m to get from Crewe and Cardiff by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Crewe to Cardiff is to take the train which takes around 2h 30m and will set you back approx £76 ($90).
The cheapest way to travel between Crewe and Cardiff, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around £76 ($90) for a standard one-way ticket.
Yes there is a train service that runs between Crewe and Cardiff. It typically takes around 2h 30m and departs hourly.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Crewe and Cardiff with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 2h 30m.
Transport for Wales run train services between Crewe and Cardiff. Trains depart hourly and will take around 2h 30m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Crewe and Cardiff. We recommend that you take the train to Cardiff Central. instead which will take 2h 30m.
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Crewe to Cardiff. We recommend that you take the train to Cardiff Central. instead which will take 2h 30m.
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.
Yes it is possible to drive from Crewe and Cardiff. The distance is around 254km (158 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Crewe to Cardiff is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 30m and will usually cost around £76 ($90).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 2h 30m | £76($90) | hourly | 222km (138 miles) |
Drive | 2h 40m | £44($52) | on demand | 254km (158 miles) |
Transport for Wales
The following major airports near Cardiff offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.