What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin is to bus via London Hammersmith Bridge Road which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and The Gherkin?

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

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and The Gherkin?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to The Gherkin station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Liverpool Street Station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to The Gherkin?

The distance between Cardiff and The Gherkin is 150 miles. The road distance is 152.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to The Gherkin without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to The Gherkin bus from?

Cardiff to The Gherkin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to The Gherkin train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to The Gherkin?

The best way to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via London Hammersmith Bridge Road, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h.

Where does the Cardiff to The Gherkin bus arrive?

Cardiff to The Gherkin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to The Gherkin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to The Gherkin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to The Gherkin is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cardiff to The Gherkin.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to The Gherkin?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to The Gherkin?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to The Gherkin 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 17m
£68–130
Bus via London Hammersmith Bridge Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
4h
£24–54
Drive 151.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to The Gherkincar 151.2 mi
2h 56m
£37–54
Train, fly
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
6h 13m
£209–479
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 35m
£29–69

Cardiff to The Gherkin by train and foot

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2h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 149.1 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and The Gherkin, 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 £17–28 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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