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

The cheapest way to get from Harwich to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harwich to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £95 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Harwich and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Harwich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Mayflower Avenue and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Osborne Street, Railway Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Harwich and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Harwich to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Harwich Town and arriving at Cardiff Central via Manningtree, Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Harwich to Cardiff?

The distance between Harwich and Cardiff is 220 miles. The road distance is 230.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harwich to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Harwich to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Cardiff bus from?

Harwich to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Essex, depart from Mayflower Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Harwich to Cardiff train from?

Harwich to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Manningtree station.

Train or bus from Harwich to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Harwich to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 43m.

Where does the Harwich to Cardiff bus arrive?

Harwich to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Essex, arrive at Stanwell Street station.

Where does the Harwich to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harwich to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Harwich to Cardiff is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Harwich to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Harwich to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Harwich to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 8m
£97–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mayflower Avenue to Stanwell Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Coach Stationbus 717
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
4. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
8h 43m
£35–65
Drive 229.4 mi
1. Drive from Harwich to Cardiffcar 229.4 mi
4h 22m
£57–83
Train, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane NWI - CWL
7h 29m
£133–967
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Stationbus 371 / ...
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminal 5train
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus
10h 35m
£54–99
Train, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Manningtree to Norwichtrain
2. Fly from Norwich International Airport (NWI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NWI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
8h 18m
£132–361

Harwich to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 219.1 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Harwich Town to Cardiff Central via Manningtree, Stratford, and London Paddington in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mayflower Avenue to Sophia Gardens via Stanwell Street, Osborne Street, Post Office, Railway Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 43m.

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