What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Richmond?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Richmond is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Richmond?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Richmond is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Richmond?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Richmond station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Richmond Station via Hammersmith Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Richmond?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Richmond. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Richmond (London) via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Richmond?

The distance between Cardiff and Richmond is 143 miles. The road distance is 144.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Richmond without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Richmond without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Richmond?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Cardiff to Richmond, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Richmond bus from?

Cardiff to Richmond bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Richmond train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Richmond?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Richmond is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Cardiff to Richmond bus arrive?

Cardiff to Richmond bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Hammersmith Bridge Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Richmond train arrive?

Cardiff to Richmond train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Richmond?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Richmond is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Cardiff to Richmond.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Richmond?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Richmond?

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Where can I stay near Richmond?

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Cardiff to Richmond - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 490 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Richmond by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Richmond (London)train Reading - London Waterloo
2h 57m
£63–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
3h 57m
£19–30
Drive 143.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Richmondcar 143.9 mi
2h 38m
£35–51
Bus, line 490 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to George Streetbus 490
4h 25m
£29–66

Cardiff to Richmond by train

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Distance: 142.1 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Richmond (London) via Reading in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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