What is the best way to travel from Lancaster to Cardiff?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Trains for the journey to Cardiff from Lancaster. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Cardiff from Lancaster?
You can get to Cardiff with just $26 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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FlixBus12h 10m01:40 PMLancasterUniversity1:50 AMCardiffKingsway Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 5/14/2025 1:40:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/15/2025 1:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Northern4h 56m09:53 AMLancasterCentral Station2:49 PMCardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 5/18/2025 9:53:00 AM to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/18/2025 2:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $146 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 56m
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Avanti West Coast3h 58m011:57 AMLancasterCentral Station3:55 PMCardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 5/18/2025 11:57:00 AM to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/18/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $146 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 58m
Cheapest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus12h 10m01:40 PMLancasterUniversity1:50 AMCardiffKingsway Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 5/19/2025 1:40:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/20/2025 1:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Cheapest Buses Monday
What are the fastest trips from Lancaster to Cardiff?
You can get to Cardiff from Lancaster in just 3h 58m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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FlixBus12h 10m01:40 PMLancasterUniversity1:50 AMCardiffKingsway Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 5/14/2025 1:40:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/15/2025 1:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Avanti West Coast3h 58m011:57 AMLancasterCentral Station3:55 PMCardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 5/18/2025 11:57:00 AM to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/18/2025 3:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $146 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 58m
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Northern4h 56m09:53 AMLancasterCentral Station2:49 PMCardiffCentral Station0EconomyA Train from Northern goes from Central Station, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 5/18/2025 9:53:00 AM to Central Station, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/18/2025 2:49:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $146 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 56m
Fastest Trains Sunday
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FlixBus12h 10m01:40 PMLancasterUniversity1:50 AMCardiffKingsway Bus Stop0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from University, Lancaster (United Kingdom) at 5/19/2025 1:40:00 PM to Kingsway Bus Stop, Cardiff (United Kingdom) arriving at 5/20/2025 1:50:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Bus from Lancaster to Cardiff
What are the most popular stations in Lancaster and Cardiff?
In Lancaster, you will usually depart from University, Central Station or Wennington Train Station, while in Cardiff you will be arriving at Central Station, Bus Interchange or National Museum, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Cardiff from Lancaster? With 1 connections between 3 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Lancaster and Cardiff, you can pay as low as $26 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Cardiff in just 3h 58m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Lancaster and Cardiff are FlixBus, Northern and Avanti West Coast, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Lancaster and Cardiff is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Morecambe or to Newlyn, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Cardiff Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Lancaster to Cardiff?
The most popular companies between Lancaster and Cardiff, are FlixBus, Northern and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Northern and Avanti West Coast
All you need to know when you travel from Lancaster to Cardiff
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lancaster to Cardiff. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Lancaster to Cardiff
How can I reach Cardiff from Lancaster?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Cardiff from Lancaster.
How far is Cardiff from Lancaster?
The distance between Lancaster and Cardiff is 178.0 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lancaster and Cardiff?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 49 kgs, and a flight 70 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lancaster to Cardiff?
You can get to Cardiff with just $26 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Lancaster to Cardiff?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Cardiff in just 3h 58m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.
More routes to Lancaster and to Cardiff
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