What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station is to bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Effingham Junction Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Guildford station via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Effingham Junction Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Effingham Junction via Reading and Guildford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Effingham Junction Station is 144 miles. The road distance is 142.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station bus from?

Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminal 2, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station train arrive?

Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station?

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Where can I stay near Effingham Junction Station?

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Guildfordtrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
3h 4m
£62–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
5h 35m
£21–37
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationbus Ra2
4h 50m
£33–76
Drive 141.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Effingham Junction Stationcar 141.8 mi
2h 33m
£35–50

Cardiff to Effingham Junction Station by train

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Distance: 143.3 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Effingham Junction Station, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Effingham Junction via Reading and Guildford in around 3h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Effingham Junction via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Heathrow Terminal 2, Guildford station, and Guildford in around 4h 50m.

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