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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stratford is to bus which costs £25 - £70 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stratford is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stratford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at London Hammersmith Bridge Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stratford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stratford via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stratford?

The distance between Cardiff and Stratford is 154 miles. The road distance is 156.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stratford without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Cardiff to Stratford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stratford bus from?

Cardiff to Stratford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stratford train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Stratford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stratford is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £70 and takes 4h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £300 - £700 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stratford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Stratford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Hammersmith Bridge Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Stratford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stratford is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cardiff to Stratford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Stratford?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Stratford?

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Where can I stay near Stratford?

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Cardiff to Stratford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Stratford 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 / ...
2h 18m
£72–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
4h 3m
£25–67
Drive 155.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stratfordcar 155.2 mi
3h 9m
£38–55
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
5h 52m
£209–488
Bus via Liverpool Street Station
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 51m
£30–71
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 20m
£308–662
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, 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 London Bridgetrain
6h 10m
£85–234

Cardiff to Stratford by train

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Stratford, 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, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £16–27 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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