How to travel from Newbury to Cardiff

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Compare bus and train for Newbury to Cardiff

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newbury to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $87 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $87, while a train costs an average of $87.

Distance: 80 miles (129 km)

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Driving

$87

Average price

Cheapest

$35

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 38m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 8m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 48m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Great Western Railway

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The cheapest way to travel from Newbury to Cardiff is a bus with an average price of $29.

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

A bus is $58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newbury to Cardiff costing on average $87.

The fastest way to travel from Newbury to Cardiff is by train with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Newbury and Cardiff including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Newbury to Cardiff among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $87 compared to roughly $35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-51.84. The journey takes 2h 8m versus 1h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Newbury to Cardiff

How to get from Newbury to Cardiff by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Newbury to Cardiff is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:23 PM8h43
    Newbury
    8:06 AMCardiff
    $1631One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:23 PM8h43
    Newbury
    8:06 AMCardiff
    $1631One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    11:23 PM8h43
    Newbury
    8:06 AMCardiff
    $1631One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Newbury to Cardiff

Travel to Cardiff 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 Newbury to Cardiff.

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There are 2 options to travel between Newbury and Cardiff including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Newbury to Cardiff is a bus with an average price of $29.

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

A bus is $58 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Newbury to Cardiff costing on average $87.

The fastest way to travel from Newbury to Cardiff is by train with an average journey time of 2h 38m.

Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 0m.

The distance from Newbury to Cardiff is approximately 80 miles (129 km).
The average frequency per day from Newbury to Cardiff is:
  • Around 20 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Newbury and Cardiff 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 Newbury to Cardiff:
  • Buses mostly depart from Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and arrive in Cardiff, North Road (Friary Gardens).
  • Trains mostly depart from Newbury station (NBY) and arrive in Cardiff Central (CDF).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Newbury to Cardiff, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) to go to Cardiff by train.
  • Travel with Reading Buses to go to Cardiff by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Newbury to Cardiff often also extend their vacation to go to London, Bristol, Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Cardiff and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Cardiff to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Cardiff, you can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. Attend performances at the Millennium Centre, explore the vibrant nightlife in the city center, or take a scenic boat tour around Cardiff Bay. For adventure, visit Cardiff International White Water for rafting and kayaking. Shop and dine at Cardiff Market. Discover history at Cardiff Castle and St Fagans National Museum of History, explore art and culture at the National Museum Cardiff, and relax in Bute Park. Cardiff Bay also offers dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.
A visit of 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient to explore Cardiff's main attractions, such as Cardiff Castle, the National Museum, and Cardiff Bay, while allowing time for leisure and dining experiences.

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