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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St Albans City is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to St Albans City is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £75 - £150.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to St Albans City. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to St Albans City. 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 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff to St Albans City?

The distance between Cardiff and St Albans City is 170 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to St Albans City without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Cardiff to St Albans City, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to St Albans City?

The best way to get from Cardiff to St Albans City is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to St Albans City bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to St Albans City train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to St Albans City?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to St Albans City is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Cardiff to St Albans City.

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

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Where can I stay near St Albans City?

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Cardiff to St Albans City - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to St Albans City 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
£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 St Peter's Streetbus 724 / ...
5h 58m
£18–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Town Hallbus 724 / ...
5h 15m
£27–64
Drive 152.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to St Albans Citycar 152.8 mi
2h 49m
£38–54

Cardiff to St Albans City by train

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Distance: 168.8 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and St Albans City, 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 City via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Town Hall in around 5h 15m.

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