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

The cheapest way to get from Dartford to Cardiff is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dartford to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Dartford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Dartford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Cardiff North Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Dartford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Dartford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dartford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Abbey Wood and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Dartford to Cardiff?

The distance between Dartford and Cardiff is 166 miles. The road distance is 166.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dartford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Dartford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Cardiff bus from?

Dartford to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Dartford to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Dartford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Dartford to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 29m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,000 and takes 5h 55m.

Where does the Dartford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Dartford to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Dartford to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dartford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Dartford to Cardiff is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Dartford to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dartford to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Dartford to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Dartford to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 5m
£74–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
5h 29m
£26–44
Drive 165.8 mi
1. Drive from Dartford to Cardiffcar 165.8 mi
3h 21m
£41–59
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
6h 12m
£259–352
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
5h 55m
£280–968
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
6h 53m
£109–226
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LGW - CWL
7h 6m
£75–182

Dartford to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 165.1 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Dartford, 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 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £17–27 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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