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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sussex is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sussex is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sussex?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sussex. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Sheffield Park Entrance via Perrymount Road and The Bull. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Sussex?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Sussex. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Haywards Heath via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sussex?

The distance between Cardiff and Sussex is 195 miles. The road distance is 180.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sussex without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Cardiff to Sussex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sussex bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sussex train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sussex?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sussex is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sussex bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sussex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Sussex train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sussex?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sussex is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Sussex.

Where can I stay near Sussex?

There are 1811+ hotels available in Sussex.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Sussex by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Haywards Heathtrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
3h 18m
£106–208
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 201
6h 54m
£43–100
Drive 179.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sussexcar 179.2 mi
3h 10m
£44–64
Train via Lewes
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Lewestrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
5h 21m
£94–186
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Brightontrain Southampton Central - Brighton
6h 53m
£86–170

Cardiff to Sussex by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 193.8 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sussex via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, and Haywards Heath in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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