What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Frinton-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Frinton Rail Gates via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Frinton-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Frinton-on-Sea via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Thorpe-le-Soken. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

The distance between Cardiff and Frinton-on-Sea is 219 miles. The road distance is 223.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £95 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea bus from?

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea train from?

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea bus arrive?

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea train arrive?

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Frinton-on-Sea?

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Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Thorpe-le-Sokentrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea
4h 47m
£96–168
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 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Stationbus 717
8h 27m
£39–69
Drive 222.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Seacar 222.5 mi
4h 33m
£56–81
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
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
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Thorpe-le-Sokentrain
8h 22m
£94–243
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
9h 43m
£55–99
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Thorpe-le-Sokentrain
8h 21m
£75–259
Fly Cardiff Airport to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain
9h 17m
£176–487

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea by train

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Distance: 217.4 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Frinton-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Frinton-on-Sea via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Thorpe-le-Soken in around 4h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Frinton Rail Gates via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 8h 27m.

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