What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Olympia London?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Olympia London is to bus via London Hammersmith Bridge Road which costs £16 - £26 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Olympia London?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Olympia London is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £65 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Olympia London?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Park Place and arriving at West Cromwell Road / Tesco. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Olympia London?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Olympia London. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at London Paddington via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Olympia London?

The distance between Cardiff and Olympia London is 149 miles. The road distance is 145.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Olympia London without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Olympia London?

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Cardiff to Olympia London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Olympia London bus from?

Cardiff to Olympia London bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Olympia London train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Olympia London?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Olympia London is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Cardiff to Olympia London bus arrive?

Cardiff to Olympia London bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at West Cromwell Road / Tesco station.

Where does the Cardiff to Olympia London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Olympia London?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Olympia London is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Cardiff to Olympia London.

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

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Where can I stay near Olympia London?

There are 21242+ hotels available in Olympia London.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Olympia London 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 35m
£67–117
Bus via London Hammersmith Bridge Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
3h 38m
£16–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to West Cromwell Road / Tescobus 507 / ...
3h 31m
£28–70
Drive 145 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Olympia Londoncar 145 mi
2h 37m
£37–53

Cardiff to Olympia London by train, bus, and foot

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2h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Olympia London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to West Cromwell Road / Tesco hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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