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

The cheapest way to get from Bow to Cardiff is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bow to Cardiff is to subway and train which takes 2h 58m and costs £65 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Bow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Bow to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bow Church and arriving at University RE via Liverpool Street Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Bow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Bow station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bromley-by-Bow station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Bow to Cardiff?

The distance between Bow and Cardiff is 153 miles. The road distance is 155.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bow to Cardiff without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 58m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Bow to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bow to Cardiff bus from?

Bow to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Bow to Cardiff train from?

Bow to Cardiff train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Bromley-by-Bow station.

Bus or fly from Bow to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Bow to Cardiff is to bus which takes 5h 9m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £270 - £1,100 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Bow to Cardiff bus arrive?

Bow to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Bow to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bow to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Bow to Cardiff is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Bow to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Bow to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Bow to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and plane

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Bromley-by-Bow station to Paddingtonsubway Hammersmith & City
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 58m
£65–138
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 22m
£29–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 9m
£32–80
Drive 154.3 mi
1. Drive from Bow to Cardiffcar 154.3 mi
3h 6m
£38–55
Fly London City Airport 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
5h 51m
£209–471
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 56m
£278–1,012
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 14m
£95–278

Bow to Cardiff by subway and train

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2h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 152.1 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Bow, Greater London, England and Cardiff, Wales?

National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £29–75 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, KLM and British Airways fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) once daily.

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