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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 9h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £50 - £75.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and arriving at Pier via Sophia Gardens, Gatwick South Terminal and Cornfield Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hastings via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Hastings is 210 miles. The road distance is 209.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus via Talbot Street, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Hastings bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Hastings bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Hastings train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Hastings is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings.

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

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Cardiff Central Station to Hastings - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Hastings 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 / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Hastingstrain London Charing Cross - Hastings
4h 18m
£97–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
9h 17m
£28–42
Bus via Talbot Street
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 201
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
9h 9m
£38–94
Drive 208.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Hastingscar 208.3 mi
3h 45m
£51–73
Train to Bristol Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Hastingstrain
7h 33m
£105–235
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Hastingstrain
5h 35m
£100–197
Fly from Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CWL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Hastingstrain
7h 32m
£99–218

Cardiff Central Station to Hastings by train and subway

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 209.2 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Hastings via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 4h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 to Pier via Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, and Cornfield Road in around 9h 9m.

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