What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames is to bus via Cardiff - North Road which costs £17 - £26 and takes 4h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Kingston upon Thames?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Kingston / Wood Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Kingston upon Thames?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Kingston via Paddington station and Wimbledon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames?

The distance between Cardiff and Kingston upon Thames is 158 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames bus from?

Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames bus arrive?

Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames?

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Where can I stay near Kingston upon Thames?

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Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 50m
£67–117
Bus via Cardiff - North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
4h 33m
£17–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
3h 53m
£23–40
Drive 144.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kingston upon Thamescar 144.2 mi
2h 42m
£36–53
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Twickenhamtrain Reading - London Waterloo
3h 28m
£59–107

Cardiff to Kingston upon Thames by train and subway

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Distance: 157 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Kingston upon Thames, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h.

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