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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Cardigan is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 26m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at St Clears Chemist via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from 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 Paddington to Cardigan?

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

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

The best way to get from 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 Paddington to Cardigan?

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Cardigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Paddington to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Paddington to Cardigan is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £190 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £130 - £200 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Paddington to Cardigan bus arrive?

Paddington to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Clears Chemist station.

Where does the Paddington to Cardigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Cardigan is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Paddington to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 875+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Paddington to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from 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 - Haverfordwest / ...
5h 10m
£196–288
Drive 236.7 mi
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1. Drive from Paddington to Cardigancar 236.7 mi
4h 26m
£59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to St Clears Chemistbus 508
8h 27m
£130–191
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Clunderwentrain Crewe - Milford Haven / ...
8h 37m
£147–229

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Distance: 257.3 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from London Paddington to Cardigan via Swansea and Whitland in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to St Clears Chemist twice daily. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 6h 27m.

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