What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Cardiff is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ealing Road and arriving at University RE via Hammersmith Broadway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Northfields station and arriving at Cardiff Central via Earl's Court station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Central London to Cardiff?

The distance between Central London and Cardiff is 153 miles. The road distance is 141.9 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Central London to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Cardiff bus from?

Central London to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hammersmith Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Central London to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Central London to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Central London to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Central London to Cardiff bus arrive?

Central London to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Central London to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Central London to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Cardiff is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Central London to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1748+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Central London to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Central London to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 41m
£65–115
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
5h 20m
£21–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Broadway to University REbus 507 / ...
4h 50m
£22–37
Drive 141.1 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Cardiffcar 141.1 mi
2h 31m
£36–51
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to Readingtrain Elizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 2m
£59–132

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Hammersmith Broadway to University RE every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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