What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and St Albans Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Abbey via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and St Albans Cathedral?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at St Albans City via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral?

The distance between Cardiff and St Albans Cathedral is 171 miles. The road distance is 153 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral?

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral bus from?

Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral?

The best way to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral bus arrive?

Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral 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 51m
£77–150
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Abbeybus 724 / ...
5h 31m
£18–31
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Abbeybus 724 / ...
4h 33m
£77–131
Drive 152.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to St Albans Cathedralcar 152.1 mi
2h 47m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Abbeybus 724 / ...
4h 51m
£27–64

Cardiff to St Albans Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and St Albans Cathedral, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to St Albans Cathedral via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Abbey in around 4h 51m.

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