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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Cardiff is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Essex to Cardiff?

The distance between Essex and Cardiff is 191 miles. The road distance is 196.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Essex to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Cardiff train from?

Essex to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or fly from Essex to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Essex to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £55 - £240 and takes 12h 8m.

Where does the Essex to Cardiff train arrive?

Essex to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Essex to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Cardiff is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Essex to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1795+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 33m
£84–150
Drive 195.4 mi
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1. Drive from Essex to Cardiffcar 195.4 mi
3h 53m
£50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train Braintree - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940
6h 49m
£54–89
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 53m
£264–382
Fly London Stansted Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 2m
£79–217
Fly London Stansted Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
12h 8m
£60–233
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from White Notley to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 4m
£305–788

Essex to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Essex, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from White Notley to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and two other airlines fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 5 times a week.

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