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 which costs £20 - £60 and takes 5h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £60.

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 Cardiff - North Road and arriving at Highbridge Rdbt via Hammersmith Bus Station, Trafalgar Square and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

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 Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

The distance between Cardiff and Waltham Abbey is 165 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 16m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m 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 FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - North Road 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 or bus from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Waltham Abbey is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £60 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Cardiff to Waltham Abbey bus arrive?

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

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 6m 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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There are 5 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 16m
£72–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Bus Stationbus N279
5h 57m
£20–60
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Turnpike Lane stationsubway Piccadilly
5h 27m
£39–55
Drive 162.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Waltham Abbeycar 162.4 mi
3h 6m
£41–59
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
7h 9m
£262–363

Cardiff to Waltham Abbey by train

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Distance: 163.9 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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 £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff - North Road to Highbridge Rdbt via London Hammersmith Bridge Road, Hammersmith Bus Station, Charing Cross, Trafalgar Square, and Bus Station in around 5h 57m.

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