What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and King's Cross Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to King's Cross Station station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Victoria Station via Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and King's Cross Station?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to King's Cross Station station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at King's Cross St. Pancras station via Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to King's Cross Station?

The distance between Cardiff and King's Cross Station is 148 miles. The road distance is 151.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to King's Cross Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to King's Cross Station bus from?

Cardiff to King's Cross Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to King's Cross Station train from?

Cardiff to King's Cross Station train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to King's Cross Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to King's Cross Station bus arrive?

Cardiff to King's Cross Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to King's Cross Station train arrive?

Cardiff to King's Cross Station train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to King's Cross Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to King's Cross Station is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cardiff to King's Cross Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to King's Cross Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to King's Cross Station?

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Where can I stay near King's Cross Station?

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Cardiff to King's Cross Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to King's Cross Station by train, bus, car, or subway

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 6m
£67–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 1m
£32–80
Drive 150.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to King's Cross Stationcar 150.2 mi
2h 53m
£37–53
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Piccadilly
4h 27m
£35–95

Cardiff to King's Cross Station by train, subway, and foot

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.2 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and King's Cross Station, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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