What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to London Paddington Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to London Paddington Station is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to London Paddington Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to London Paddington Station is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and London Paddington Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to London Paddington Station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at London Heathrow Airport T5 - via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and London Paddington Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to London Paddington Station?

The distance between Cardiff and London Paddington Station is 145 miles. The road distance is 149 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to London Paddington Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to London Paddington Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to London Paddington Station?

The train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington takes 1h 55m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to London Paddington Station bus from?

Cardiff to London Paddington Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to London Paddington Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to London Paddington Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to London Paddington Station is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport T5 -, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to London Paddington Station bus arrive?

Cardiff to London Paddington Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport T5 - station.

Where does the Cardiff to London Paddington Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to London Paddington Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to London Paddington Station is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cardiff to London Paddington Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to London Paddington Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to London Paddington Station?

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Where can I stay near London Paddington Station?

There are 21983+ hotels available in London Paddington Station.

Cardiff to London Paddington Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to London Paddington Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 55m
£65–130
Bus via London Heathrow Airport T5 -
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940
4h 19m
£29–70
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to London Paddington Stationcar 148.1 mi
2h 47m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 26m
£30–69

Cardiff to London Paddington Station by train

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Distance: 144.2 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and London Paddington 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 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport T5 - hourly. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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