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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Harwell is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Harwell is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Harwell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Harwell. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at High Street via Parkway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Harwell?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Harwell. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Didcot Parkway via Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Harwell?

The distance between Cardiff and Harwell is 96 miles. The road distance is 95.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harwell without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Cardiff to Harwell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harwell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harwell train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Harwell?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harwell is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Cardiff to Harwell bus arrive?

Cardiff to Harwell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Fleming Way station.

Where does the Cardiff to Harwell train arrive?

Cardiff to Harwell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swindon station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Harwell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Harwell is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Harwell.

Where can I stay near Harwell?

There are 1267+ hotels available in Harwell.

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Harwell by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 1m
£39–72
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Fleming Waybus Cp1
2h 42m
£23–40
Drive 94.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Harwellcar 94.6 mi
1h 56m
£24–34

Cardiff to Harwell by train and bus

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Distance: 95 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Harwell, Oxfordshire, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swindon hourly. Tickets cost £28–55 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Fleming Way once a week. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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