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

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Cardiff University is to bus via Northfields station which costs £20 - £29 and takes 5h 11m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Central London and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Central London to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Brentford County Court and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Cardiff University. 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 50m.

How far is it from Central London to Cardiff University?

The distance between Central London and Cardiff University is 154 miles. The road distance is 142 miles.

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

The best way to get from Central London to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Central London to Cardiff University, including transfers.

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

Central London to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Central London to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Central London to Cardiff University is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Central London to Cardiff University bus arrive?

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

Where does the Central London to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Central London to Cardiff University?

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Cardiff University.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Central London to Cardiff University 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 50m
£65–115
Bus via Northfields station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 11m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
4h 12m
£22–40
Drive 141.2 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Cardiff Universitycar 141.2 mi
2h 31m
£35–51
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 12m
£59–132

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Distance: 153 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Cardiff University, 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 Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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