What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kiama?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kiama is to train which costs $17 - $25 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Kiama?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Kiama is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Kiama?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff station to Kiama. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Station, Main Rd and arriving at Kiama Bombo via Hornsby Station, Stand B and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Kiama?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff station to Kiama station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Station and arriving at Kiama Station via Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Kiama?

The distance between Cardiff and Kiama is 272 km. The road distance is 248.6 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Kiama without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kiama without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $17 - $25.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Kiama?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Cardiff to Kiama, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kiama bus from?

Cardiff to Kiama bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, depart from Cardiff Station, Main Rd.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kiama train from?

Cardiff to Kiama train services, operated by Intercity Trains, depart from Cardiff Station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Kiama?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kiama is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs $17 - $25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $65 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to Kiama bus arrive?

Cardiff to Kiama bus services, operated by Transport for NSW, arrive at George St Opp Hornsby Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Kiama train arrive?

Cardiff to Kiama train services, operated by Intercity Trains, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Kiama?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Kiama is 249 km. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Kiama.

Where can I stay near Kiama?

There are 644+ hotels available in Kiama.

Cardiff to Kiama - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Kiama by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Station to Central Stationtrain Ccn
2. Take the train from Central Station to Kiama Stationtrain Sco
5h 26m
$18–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Station, Main Rd to George St Opp Hornsby Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Hornsby Station, Stand B to Town Hall, Park St, Stand Kbus N80 / ...
3. Take the bus from Central Station to Kiama Bombobus Pm2
7h 15m
$39–62
Drive 248.6 km
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kiamacar 248.6 km
3h 13m
$45–65

Cardiff to Kiama by train

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Distance: 272 km
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Cardiff, NSW, Australia and Kiama, NSW, Australia?

You can take a train from Cardiff Station to Kiama Station via Central Station in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Station, Main Rd to Kiama Bombo via George St Opp Hornsby Station, Hornsby Station, Stand B, Town Hall, Park St, Stand K, Town Hall Station, Central Station, and Central Station in around 7h 15m.

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