What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Central London?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Central London is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station which costs £22 - £35 and takes 4h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Central London?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Central London is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Central London?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Central London. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Market Place Brentford via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Central London?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Central London. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ealing Broadway via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Central London?

The distance between Cardiff and Central London is 152 miles. The road distance is 142.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Central London without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Central London?

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Cardiff to Central London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Central London bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Central London train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Central London?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Central London is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Central London bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Central London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Central London?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Central London is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Cardiff to Central London.

Where can I stay near Central London?

There are 21160+ hotels available in Central London.

Cardiff to Central London - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Central London by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 23m
£65–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
3h 45m
£22–35
Drive 141.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Central Londoncar 141.5 mi
2h 31m
£36–51
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Ealing Broadwaytrain Elizabeth / ...
2h 48m
£60–129
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk940
4h 16m
£22–30

Cardiff to Central London by bus

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Distance: 151.5 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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