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

The cheapest way to get from Charlton to Cardiff is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charlton to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Charlton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Charlton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Charlton House and arriving at Kingsway GR via Parliament Square / Westminster Abbey and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Charlton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Charlton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Woolwich Dockyard and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Charlton to Cardiff?

The distance between Charlton and Cardiff is 157 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charlton to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Charlton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Cardiff bus from?

Charlton to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Charlton to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Charlton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Charlton to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 50m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Westminster Station / Parliament Square, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 4h 45m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £700 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Charlton to Cardiff bus arrive?

Charlton to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the Charlton to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Charlton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Charlton to Cardiff is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Charlton to Cardiff.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 50m
£74–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
5h 45m
£21–34
Bus via Westminster Station / Parliament Square
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
4h 45m
£32–79
Drive 157 mi
1. Drive from Charlton to Cardiffcar 157 mi
3h 9m
£39–56
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 52m
£210–483
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 49m
£279–664
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 4m
£94–212

Charlton to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 156.5 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GR hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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