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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Wales is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Wales is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £85 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Wales. However, there are services departing from Tye Green Post Office and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Interchange, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Wales. 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 35m.

How far is it from Essex to Wales?

The distance between Essex and Wales is 191 miles. The road distance is 197.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Essex to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Wales bus from?

Essex to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Essex to Wales?

The best way to get from Essex to Wales is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Essex to Wales bus arrive?

Essex to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Essex to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essex to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Wales is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Essex to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Essex to Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Essex to Wales by train, bus, or car

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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 35m
£89–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
6h 35m
£41–96
Drive 196.1 mi
1. Drive from Essex to Cardiffcar 196.1 mi
3h 51m
£48–69
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 T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
6h 51m
£53–98

Essex to Wales by train

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Essex, England and Wales?

You can take a train from White Notley to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tye Green Post Office to Sophia Gardens via Bus Interchange, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 35m.

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