What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £17 - £30 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and City of St Albans?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to City of St Albans. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and City of St Albans?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to City of St Albans. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at St Albans City via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to City of St Albans?

The distance between Cardiff and City of St Albans is 170 miles. The road distance is 153.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to City of St Albans without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to City of St Albans bus from?

Cardiff to City of St Albans bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to City of St Albans train from?

Cardiff to City of St Albans train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to City of St Albans?

The best way to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Cardiff to City of St Albans bus arrive?

Cardiff to City of St Albans bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to City of St Albans train arrive?

Cardiff to City of St Albans train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to City of St Albans?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to City of St Albans is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cardiff to City of St Albans.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to City of St Albans?

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Cardiff to City of St Albans - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to City of St Albans 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 29m
£78–146
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Town Hallbus 724 / ...
5h 31m
£17–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Town Hallbus 724 / ...
4h 51m
£28–65
Drive 152.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to City of St Albanscar 152.5 mi
2h 48m
£37–54

Cardiff to City of St Albans by train

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Distance: 168.8 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and City of St Albans, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 51m.

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