What is the cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Hemel Hempstead and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Marlowes and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Hemel Hempstead and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Hemel Hempstead and arriving at Cardiff Central via Harrow & Wealdstone station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff?

The distance between Hemel Hempstead and Cardiff is 168 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

How do I travel from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff bus from?

Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff bus arrive?

Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff is 141 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff?

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Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 19m
£76–154
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 59m
£18–32
Line 1 bus, line 850 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Marlowes to High Wycombe BusStnbus 1 / ...
2. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Forbury Roadbus 850
3. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 11m
£55–102
Drive 140.5 mi
1. Drive from Hemel Hempstead to Cardiffcar 140.5 mi
3h 3m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
5h 15m
£30–72

Hemel Hempstead to Cardiff by train and subway

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3h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Hemel Hempstead, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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