What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to East Croydon?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to East Croydon is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to East Croydon?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to East Croydon is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and East Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to East Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at East Croydon Rail Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and East Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to East Croydon. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at East Croydon via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to East Croydon?

The distance between Cardiff and East Croydon is 161 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to East Croydon without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to East Croydon without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to East Croydon?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Cardiff to East Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to East Croydon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to East Croydon train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to East Croydon?

The best way to get from Cardiff to East Croydon is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 44m, you could also fly, which costs £90 - £170 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Cardiff to East Croydon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to East Croydon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to East Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to East Croydon is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cardiff to East Croydon.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to East Croydon?

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Where can I stay near East Croydon?

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to East Croydon 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 / ...
2h 34m
£73–137
Drive 155.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to East Croydoncar 155.9 mi
3h 3m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
4h 44m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
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
5h 42m
£85–240
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
3h 13m
£69–138
Bus via Cardiff North Road
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
5h 24m
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CWL - LGW
5h 34m
£94–164
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 16m
£283–1,023

Cardiff to East Croydon by train

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Distance: 159.8 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and East Croydon, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to East Croydon Rail Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 44m.

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