What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Thornton Heath station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Thornton Heath Station via Brixton Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Thornton Heath?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Thornton Heath. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Thornton Heath via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Thornton Heath?

The distance between Cardiff and Thornton Heath is 158 miles. The road distance is 154.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Thornton Heath without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath?

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Thornton Heath bus from?

Cardiff to Thornton Heath bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Thornton Heath train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Thornton Heath?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 45m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,100 and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff to Thornton Heath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Thornton Heath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Thornton Heath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Thornton Heath is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Cardiff to Thornton Heath.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Thornton Heath?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Thornton Heath?

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Where can I stay near Thornton Heath?

There are 20443+ hotels available in Thornton Heath.

Cardiff to Thornton Heath - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Thornton Heath 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 55m
£72–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 45m
£31–75
Drive 153.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Thornton Heathcar 153.8 mi
2h 59m
£38–55
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
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
6h 6m
£86–242
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
3h 34m
£68–136
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
5h 42m
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 33m
£284–1,031
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
6h 49m
£215–487

Cardiff to Thornton Heath by train and subway

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Thornton Heath, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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