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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea is to bus via Norwich which costs £30 - £60 and takes 11h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £60 - £95.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at The Turnstone via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Market Gates. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Lowestoft via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Ipswich. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

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

The distance between Cardiff and Hopton-on-Sea is 274 miles. The road distance is 257.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs £120 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea is to train which takes 6h 33m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 46m, you could also fly, which costs £100 - £950 and takes 7h 53m.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea is 258 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Hopton-on-Sea?

There are 1917+ hotels available in Hopton-on-Sea.

Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Ipswichtrain
3. Take the train from Ipswich to Lowestofttrain
6h 33m
£123–226
Bus via Norwich
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X21 / ...
11h 2m
£34–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Market Gatesbus 727 / ...
9h 46m
£57–146
Drive 256.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Hopton-on-Seacar 256.3 mi
5h 6m
£63–91
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
7h 53m
£105–924
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
7h 38m
£106–309
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BHX - NWI
8h 25m
£152–400
Train, train to Exeter, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane EXT - NWI
11h 26m
£171–559

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Distance: 272.5 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to The Turnstone via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Ipswich, Lowestoft, and Bus Station in around 6h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Turnstone via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Market Gates in around 9h 46m.

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