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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and arriving at Guildford station via Sophia Gardens and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Guildford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Guildford via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Guildford is 135 miles. The road distance is 136.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford, including transfers.

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

Cardiff Central Station to Guildford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminal 2, which costs and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Guildford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Guildford train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Guildford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Guildford is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford.

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

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Cardiff Central Station to Guildford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Guildford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Guildfordtrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2h 27m
£60–114
Drive 135.4 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Guildfordcar 135.4 mi
2h 31m
£33–48
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
4h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 18m

Cardiff Central Station to Guildford by train

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Distance: 134.5 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Guildford via Reading in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 to Guildford station via Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 47m.

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