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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Harlow is to bus and line 510 bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Harlow is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Harlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at London Hammersmith Bridge Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Harlow?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Harlow Town via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Harlow?

The distance between Cardiff and Harlow is 172 miles. The road distance is 176.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harlow without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Cardiff to Harlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harlow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harlow train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Harlow?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harlow is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 4h 30m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £240 and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Harlow bus arrive?

Cardiff to Harlow bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Hammersmith Bridge Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Harlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Harlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Harlow is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Harlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlow?

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Cardiff to Harlow - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Harlow 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 49m
£75–133
Bus, line 510 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 Burnt Mill Schoolbus 510 / ...
5h 57m
£27–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
4h 30m
£31–46
Drive 175 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Harlowcar 175 mi
3h 10m
£44–63
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
7h 20m
£62–238
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
6h 10m
£76–193
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 43m
£288–1,126

Cardiff to Harlow by train and foot

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Harlow, Essex, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Road every 3 hours. Tickets cost £16–25 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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