What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to London?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to London is to line 304 bus and bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 6h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to London?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to London is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport and London?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport to London station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to London?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and London is 163 miles. The road distance is 160.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport to London without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to London without a car is to line 304 bus and train which takes 3h 39m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport to London?

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Cardiff Airport to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to London bus from?

Cardiff Airport to London bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Bus or fly from Cardiff Airport to London?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to London is to line 304 bus and bus via Talbot Street which takes 5h 45m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £300 - £600 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to London bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport to London bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport to London is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Cardiff Airport to London.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Airport to London by bus, train, car, or plane

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Line 304 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 39m
£68–133
Line 304 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JWbus 304
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
6h 24m
£20–32
Line 304 bus, bus via Talbot Street
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 509 / ...
5h 45m
£32–76
Drive 159.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport to Londoncar 159.7 mi
3h 10m
£39–57
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
4h 26m
£309–595

Cardiff Airport to London by bus and train

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Distance: 162.2 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, and Sophia Gardens in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, British Airways, and two other airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY) 3 times a day.

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