What is the cheapest way to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The cheapest way to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to bus which costs £19 - £70 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The fastest way to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between London and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Prospect Place via Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between London and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct train from London to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from London Paddington and arriving at Cogan via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from London to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between London and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 148 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

How do I travel from London to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car?

The best way to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus from?

London to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London to Cardiff Bay (Water) train from?

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

Train or bus from London to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £70 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the London to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus arrive?

London to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the London to Cardiff Bay (Water) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from London to Cardiff Bay (Water).

How do I get a train ticket from London to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

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London to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from London to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 20m
£66–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
4h 14m
£20–70
Drive 152.6 mi
1. Drive from London to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 152.6 mi
3h
£38–54
Bus via London Heathrow Airport T5 -
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
5h 54m
£30–66

London to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train

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Distance: 146.9 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between London, England and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GR hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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