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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stanmore is to bus via Harrow Bus Station which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stanmore is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £75 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stanmore?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stanmore. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bowls Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Long Elmes Harrow Weald. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stanmore?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stanmore station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stanmore station via Paddington station and Baker Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stanmore?

The distance between Cardiff and Stanmore is 157 miles. The road distance is 144.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stanmore without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Cardiff to Stanmore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stanmore bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stanmore train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Stanmore?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stanmore is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stanmore bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Stanmore train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stanmore?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stanmore is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Stanmore.

Where can I stay near Stanmore?

There are 19514+ hotels available in Stanmore.

Cardiff to Stanmore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Stanmore 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 32m
£76–165
Bus via Harrow Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Harrow Bus Stationbus Sl9
5h 6m
£22–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Long Elmes Harrow Wealdbus N140
4h 19m
£30–66
Drive 143.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stanmorecar 143.8 mi
2h 45m
£35–51

Cardiff to Stanmore by bus

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bowls Close via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Long Elmes Harrow Weald in around 4h 19m.

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