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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Essex is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Essex is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Essex. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Essex. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Essex?

The distance between Cardiff and Essex is 191 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Essex without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Cardiff to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Essex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Essex train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Essex?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Essex is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 8m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £220 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Essex bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Essex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Essex is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Essex.

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

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Essex 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 Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 58m
£89–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 8m
£40–93
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
5h 40m
£44–94
Drive 197.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Essexcar 197.6 mi
3h 48m
£49–70
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
7h 17m
£65–191
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
7h 40m
£69–215
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
7h 35m
£227–523
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain
8h 2m
£326–647

Cardiff to Essex by train

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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You can take a train from Cardiff Central to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 6h 8m.

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