How to travel from Cardiff to Warwick

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Compare bus and train for Cardiff to Warwick

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Warwick among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 9m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $111.

Distance: 87 miles (141 km)

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Compare ways to travel from Cardiff to Warwick

Compare the available ways to get from Cardiff to Warwick, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Warwick is a bus with an average price of $36.

This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Warwick:

A bus is $76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Warwick costing on average $111.

The fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Warwick is by train with an average journey time of 3h 9m.

Other travel options to Warwick take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 7m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cardiff and Warwick including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Cardiff to Warwick among Omio's users.

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FAQs: Travel from Cardiff to Warwick

Travel to Warwick easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cardiff to Warwick.

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There are 2 options to travel between Cardiff and Warwick including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Cardiff to Warwick is a bus with an average price of $36.

This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Warwick:

A bus is $76 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Warwick costing on average $111.

The fastest way to travel from Cardiff to Warwick is by train with an average journey time of 3h 9m.

Other travel options to Warwick take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 7m.

The distance from Cardiff to Warwick is approximately 87 miles (141 km).
The average frequency per day from Cardiff to Warwick is:
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cardiff and Warwick as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cardiff to Warwick:
  • Trains mostly depart from Cardiff Central (CDF) and arrive in Warwick station (WRW).
  • Buses mostly depart from Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens) and arrive in Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cardiff to Warwick, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, CrossCountry, Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains to go to Warwick by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Warwick by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Cardiff to Warwick:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Cardiff to Warwick often also extend their vacation to go to London, London Marylebone (MYB), Birmingham, Birmingham Moor Street (BMO), Leamington Spa. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Warwick and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Warwick to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Warwick, you can explore local history and natural history collections at the Market Hall Museum, enjoy performances at the Warwick Arts Centre, and relax in the picturesque Mill Garden with views of the castle. For family-friendly fun, visit Hatton Country World with its farm animals and shopping options, or enjoy recreational activities at St. Nicholas Park. Don't miss Warwick Castle, a medieval fortress with historical exhibits, and St Mary's Church, known for its stunning architecture. Discover the history of Lord Leycester Hospital, attend events at Warwick Racecourse, or unwind at the restored Victorian Hill Close Gardens.
To explore Warwick's main attractions, including Warwick Castle, St. Mary's Church, and the historic town center, two to three days are generally sufficient.

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