What is the cheapest way to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £85 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge Station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge Station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Cambridge Station to Cardiff?

The distance between Cambridge Station and Cardiff is 204 miles. The road distance is 177 miles.

How do I travel from Cambridge Station to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £85 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge Station to Cardiff bus from?

Cambridge Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge Station to Cardiff train from?

Cambridge Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train, bus or fly from Cambridge Station to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £230 and takes 10h 51m.

Where does the Cambridge Station to Cardiff bus arrive?

Cambridge Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cambridge Station to Cardiff train arrive?

Cambridge Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge Station to Cardiff is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Cambridge Station to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Cambridge Station to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cambridge Station to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Cambridge Station to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cambridge Station to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 26m
£87–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
6h 5m
£43–104
Drive 175.9 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge Station to Cardiffcar 175.9 mi
3h 36m
£43–62
Fly London Stansted Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
10h 51m
£67–229
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 22m
£127–180
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London St Pancras Intltrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 38m
£57–125
Fly London Stansted Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 21m
£73–208
Bus to Luton Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LTN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 28m
£52–195

Cambridge Station to Cardiff by train and subway

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Distance: 202.6 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

What companies run services between Cambridge Station, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Cardiff Central via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cambridge Station to Sophia Gardens via Parkside and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 5m.

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