What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey is to bus and subway which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £70 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Waltham Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Highbridge Rdbt via Victoria Coach Station, Trafalgar Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Waltham Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Waltham Cross via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

The distance between Cardiff and Waltham Abbey is 162 miles. The road distance is 163.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Waltham Abbey bus from?

Cardiff to Waltham Abbey bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Waltham Abbey train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £330 - £1,200 and takes 6h 31m, you could also bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Cardiff to Waltham Abbey bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Waltham Abbey train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Waltham Abbey is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

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Where can I stay near Waltham Abbey?

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Cardiff to Waltham Abbey - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey by train, bus, subway, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 2m
£71–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Bus Stationbus N279
6h 4m
£30–84
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Turnpike Lane stationsubway Piccadilly
5h 45m
£31–45
Drive 162.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Waltham Abbeycar 162.4 mi
3h 5m
£41–59
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 31m
£333–1,119
Train to Bristol Airport, 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 56m
£272–464

Cardiff to Waltham Abbey by train and foot

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Waltham Abbey, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, KLM, Aer Lingus, and two other airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY) 3 times a day.

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