Cardiff to Telford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

88.2 miles 141.9 km · straight line
134.6 miles actual route 216.6 km · driving distance
2h 38min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
20° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Telford?

The distance from Cardiff to Telford is 88.2 miles (141.9 km) as the crow flies. Telford is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 134.6 miles, taking about 2h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cardiff and Telford. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Cardiff to Telford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 38min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 10min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 30min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cardiff & Telford

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m elevation
Telford
52.68°N, 2.45°W
Europe/London
163m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 282.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM