What is the cheapest way to get from Basildon to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Basildon to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 7h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basildon to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Basildon to Cardiff is to subway and train which takes 3h 28m and costs £70 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Basildon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Basildon station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Basildon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Basildon to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Basildon and arriving at Cardiff Central via West Ham station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Basildon to Cardiff?

The distance between Basildon and Cardiff is 174 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

How do I travel from Basildon to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Basildon to Cardiff without a car is to subway and train which takes 3h 28m and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Basildon to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Basildon to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Cardiff bus from?

Basildon to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Basildon to Cardiff train from?

Basildon to Cardiff train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from West Ham station.

Bus or fly from Basildon to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Basildon to Cardiff is to bus which takes 7h 9m and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £280 - £1,100 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Basildon to Cardiff bus arrive?

Basildon to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Basildon to Cardiff train arrive?

Basildon to Cardiff train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Paddington station.

Can I drive from Basildon to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Basildon to Cardiff is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Basildon to Cardiff.

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Basildon to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Basildon to Cardiff by subway, train, bus, car, or plane

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from West Ham station to Paddingtonsubway Hammersmith & City
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 28m
£73–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stationbus X10
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
7h 9m
£40–94
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Harold Wood to Heathrow Terminal 5train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
7h 9m
£42–83
Drive 178 mi
1. Drive from Basildon to Cardiffcar 178 mi
3h 40m
£44–63
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 19m
£216–485
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 25m
£285–1,026

Basildon to Cardiff by train and subway

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3h 28mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Basildon, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 9m. Alternatively, KLM and British Airways fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) once daily.

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