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

The cheapest way to get from Hertfordshire to Cardiff is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hertfordshire to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Hertfordshire and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Hertfordshire to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Waterend Lane and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Luton Station Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Hertfordshire and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Hertfordshire to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Welwyn Garden City and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Hertfordshire to Cardiff?

The distance between Hertfordshire and Cardiff is 168 miles. The road distance is 160.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hertfordshire to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Hertfordshire to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hertfordshire to Cardiff bus from?

Hertfordshire to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Hertfordshire to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hertfordshire to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Hertfordshire to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Luton Station Interchange, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 29m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £150 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Hertfordshire to Cardiff bus arrive?

Hertfordshire to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Hertfordshire to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hertfordshire to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Hertfordshire to Cardiff is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Hertfordshire to Cardiff.

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

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Hertfordshire 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 4m
£72–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Street to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 725 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
7h 45m
£19–31
Bus via Luton Station Interchange
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
5h 29m
£31–49
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Hertfordshire to Cardiffcar 159.5 mi
3h
£40–58
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LTN - CWL
7h 39m
£71–150
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LTN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 25m
£54–194

Hertfordshire to Cardiff by train and subway

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Hertfordshire, 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 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterend Lane to Sophia Gardens via Luton Station Interchange and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 29m.

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