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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Watford is to bus and line 724 bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Watford is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £75 - £160.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Watford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and arriving at Town Hall via Sophia Gardens and Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Watford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Watford High Street via Paddington station and Queens Park (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Watford?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Watford is 160 miles. The road distance is 145.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Watford without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Watford, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Watford?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Watford is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Watford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Watford is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Watford.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Queens Park (London) to Watford High Streettrain London Euston - Watford Junction / ...
2h 44m
£78–157
Bus, line 724 bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Clarendon Roadbus 724 / ...
5h 2m
£19–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
4h 6m
£28–68
Drive 144.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Watfordcar 144.7 mi
2h 45m
£36–51

Cardiff Central Station to Watford by train and subway

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Watford High Street via London Paddington, Paddington station, Queen's Park station, and Queens Park (London) in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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