What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £28 - £45 and takes 9h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Athlone Court via Gatwick South Terminal and Cornfield Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at St Leonards Warrior Square via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

The distance between Cardiff and Saint Leonards-on-Sea is 210 miles. The road distance is 209.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £95 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea bus from?

Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea train from?

Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea bus arrive?

Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea train arrive?

Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

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Where can I stay near Saint Leonards-on-Sea?

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Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to St Leonards Warrior Squaretrain London Charing Cross - Hastings
4h 8m
£98–197
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
9h
£28–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 201
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Cornfield Roadbus 500
8h 20m
£40–85
Drive 208.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Seacar 208.3 mi
3h 46m
£51–74
Train to Bristol Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to St Leonards Warrior Squaretrain
7h 30m
£105–230
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to St Leonards Warrior Squaretrain
5h 24m
£100–192
Fly from Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CWL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to St Leonards Warrior Squaretrain
7h 38m
£99–214

Cardiff to Saint Leonards-on-Sea by train and subway

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Distance: 208.4 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Saint Leonards-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to St Leonards Warrior Square via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Athlone Court via South Terminal Bus Station, Gatwick South Terminal, and Cornfield Road in around 8h 20m.

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