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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Watford is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £20 - £30 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Watford is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Watford. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Watford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Watford High Street via Paddington station and Queens Park (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Watford?

The distance between Cardiff and Watford is 160 miles. The road distance is 145.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Watford without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Cardiff to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Watford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Watford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Watford is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Cardiff to Watford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Watford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Watford is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Watford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Watford?

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Cardiff to Watford - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Watford 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 Queens Park (London) to Watford High Streettrain London Euston - Watford Junction / ...
2h 48m
£74–130
Bus via Cardiff North Road
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Watford Junction stationbus Ra3
4h 34m
£20–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
3h 58m
£25–40
Drive 144.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Watfordcar 144.7 mi
2h 45m
£36–52

Cardiff to Watford by train and subway

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Distance: 159.4 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Watford High Street via London Paddington, Paddington station, Queen's Park station, and Queens Park (London) in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £22–40 and the journey takes 3h.

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