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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Braintree is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Braintree is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Braintree?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Rue De Jeunes via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Braintree?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Braintree. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Braintree via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Braintree?

The distance between Cardiff and Braintree is 195 miles. The road distance is 199 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Braintree without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Cardiff to Braintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Braintree bus from?

Cardiff to Braintree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Braintree train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Braintree?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Braintree is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 5h 38m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £220 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Cardiff to Braintree bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Braintree train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Braintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Braintree is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Braintree.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Braintree?

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Where can I stay near Braintree?

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Cardiff to Braintree - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Braintree 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 Stratford (London) to Braintreetrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
4h 7m
£92–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
5h 38m
£38–89
Drive 197.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Braintreecar 197.8 mi
3h 45m
£49–70
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
6h 34m
£64–188
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Braintreetrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
5h 50m
£44–92
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
6h 57m
£63–212
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Braintreetrain
7h 45m
£229–528
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Braintreetrain
8h 12m
£328–702

Cardiff to Braintree by train

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Distance: 193.5 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Braintree, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Braintree via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Rue De Jeunes via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station in around 5h 38m.

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