What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo is to bus and line 321 bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Whipsnade Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Whipsnade Zoo via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Whipsnade Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Leagrave via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo?

The distance between Cardiff and Whipsnade Zoo is 190 miles. The road distance is 136.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo.

Where can I stay near Whipsnade Zoo?

There are 1106+ hotels available in Whipsnade Zoo.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo 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 Farringdon to Leagravetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
3h 13m
£117–183
Bus, line 321 bus
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
7h 58m
£25–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchangebus 230 / ...
6h 45m
£30–49
Drive 136.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoocar 136.1 mi
2h 59m
£34–49

Cardiff to Whipsnade Zoo by bus

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Distance: 188.7 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Whipsnade Zoo, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Whipsnade Zoo via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, Farringdon, and Leagrave in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Whipsnade Zoo via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 6h 45m.

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