What is the cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Cardigan?

The cheapest way to get from London Paddington to Cardigan is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Paddington to Cardigan?

The fastest way to get from London Paddington to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between London Paddington and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from London Paddington station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at Finch Square A via London Victoria and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 3m.

Is there a direct train between London Paddington and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from London Paddington to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Whitland via Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from London Paddington to Cardigan?

The distance between London Paddington and Cardigan is 259 miles. The road distance is 238.1 miles.

How do I travel from London Paddington to Cardigan without a car?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £190 - £290.

How long does it take to get from London Paddington to Cardigan?

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from London Paddington to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Cardigan bus from?

London Paddington to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London Paddington to Cardigan train from?

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

Train or bus from London Paddington to Cardigan?

The best way to get from London Paddington to Cardigan is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £190 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 3m.

Where does the London Paddington to Cardigan bus arrive?

London Paddington to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Where does the London Paddington to Cardigan train arrive?

London Paddington to Cardigan train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from London Paddington to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between London Paddington to Cardigan is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from London Paddington to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 863+ hotels available in Cardigan.

London Paddington to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from London Paddington to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to Whitlandtrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
5h 10m
£195–286
Drive 236.7 mi
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1. Drive from London Paddington to Cardigancar 236.7 mi
4h 27m
£60–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
9h 25m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Carmarthentrain London Paddington - Carmarthen
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
6h 14m
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crownbus 508
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
10h 3m

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Map of how to get from London Paddington to Cardigan.

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Distance: 257.3 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

What companies run services between London Paddington, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a train from London Paddington to Cardigan via Swansea and Whitland in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paddington Station to Finch Square A via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 10h 3m.

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