What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station is to bus via London Heathrow Airport which costs £30 - £90 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and City Road Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Central Street via King's Cross St. Pancras station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and City Road Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Farringdon Without via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and City Road Station is 150 miles. The road distance is 151.9 miles.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station train from?

Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 4h 51m, you could also fly, which costs £260 - £1,100 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station?

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Q: How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station?

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station, including transfers.

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 19m
£68–125
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
4h 51m
£31–88
Drive 151.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to City Road Stationcar 151.1 mi
2h 55m
£37–53
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 37m
£269–1,018
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 509 / ...
5h 8m
£33–78
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 18m
£210–464

Cardiff Central Station to City Road Station by train and foot

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Distance: 148.8 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and City Road Station, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport hourly. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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