What is the cheapest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between London City Airport (LCY) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from London City Airport and arriving at Kingsway GR via Canning Town, Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

Is there a direct train between London City Airport (LCY) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Custom House and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff?

The distance between London City Airport (LCY) and Cardiff is 156 miles. The road distance is 158.2 miles.

How do I travel from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £160.

How long does it take to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff bus from?

London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £140 and takes 5h 21m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £650 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff bus arrive?

London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff train arrive?

London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1729+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London City Airport (LCY) and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 9 ways to get from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 56m
£73–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
5h 21m
£33–134
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from London City-LCY to Cardiffrideshare 157.2 mi
3h 13m
Drive 157.2 mi
1. Drive from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiffcar 157.2 mi
3h 13m
£38–55
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 19m
£274–639
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 38m
£36–73
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 34m
£209–474
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LHR - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 58m
£76–272
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 16m
£92–208

London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff by bus and train

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Distance: 155.4 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between London City Airport (LCY), England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GR hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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