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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dartford is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dartford is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £75 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dartford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at London Victoria via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dartford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dartford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dartford via London Paddington and Abbey Wood (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dartford?

The distance between Cardiff and Dartford is 166 miles. The road distance is 166.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dartford without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Cardiff to Dartford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dartford bus from?

Cardiff to Dartford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dartford train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Dartford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dartford is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 11m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,100 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dartford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dartford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Cardiff to Dartford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dartford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dartford is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Dartford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Dartford?

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Where can I stay near Dartford?

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Cardiff to Dartford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Dartford 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 London Paddington to Abbey Woodtrain Elizabeth
2h 45m
£78–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
5h 11m
£24–43
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dartfordcar 165.8 mi
3h 21m
£41–59
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport
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
6h 17m
£212–475
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 13m
£281–1,020
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
6h 49m
£98–266

Cardiff to Dartford by train

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Distance: 165.1 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dartford via London Paddington, Abbey Wood, and Abbey Wood (London) in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoria every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–25 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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