What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South Downs?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South Downs is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to South Downs?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to South Downs is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and South Downs?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to South Downs. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Greenway Lane via Bus Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and South Downs?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to South Downs. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Petersfield via Reading and Guildford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Cardiff to South Downs?

The distance between Cardiff and South Downs is 162 miles. The road distance is 129.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to South Downs without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South Downs without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to South Downs?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Cardiff to South Downs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to South Downs bus from?

Cardiff to South Downs bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to South Downs train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to South Downs?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South Downs is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to South Downs bus arrive?

Cardiff to South Downs bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at The Malls station.

Where does the Cardiff to South Downs train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to South Downs?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to South Downs is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to South Downs.

Where can I stay near South Downs?

There are 2878+ hotels available in South Downs.

Cardiff to South Downs - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 8 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to South Downs 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 Guildfordtrain Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
4h 30m
£66–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to The Mallsbus Cp3
5h 50m
£23–38
Drive 128.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to South Downscar 128.4 mi
2h 45m
£33–47
Train, line 8 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbourtrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
2. Take the bus from The Hard Interchange to Drift Road Shopsbus 8
5h 44m
£64–110

Cardiff to South Downs by train and bus

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Distance: 161.2 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and South Downs, Hampshire, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Greenway Lane via Reading, Guildford, Petersfield, and Station in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Malls once a week. Tickets cost £19–30 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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