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

The cheapest way to get from Poplar to Cardiff is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poplar to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Poplar and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Poplar to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Poplar Recreation Ground / DLR and arriving at Kingsway GR via Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Poplar and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Poplar to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Canary Wharf and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 41m.

How far is it from Poplar to Cardiff?

The distance between Poplar and Cardiff is 153 miles. The road distance is 154.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poplar to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Poplar to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poplar to Cardiff bus from?

Poplar to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Poplar to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Poplar to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Poplar to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £120 and takes 5h, you could also fly, which costs £260 - £1,100 and takes 7h 33m.

Where does the Poplar to Cardiff bus arrive?

Poplar to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the Poplar to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Poplar to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Poplar to Cardiff is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Poplar to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Poplar to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Poplar 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 / ...
2h 41m
£71–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
5h
£32–111
Drive 154 mi
1. Drive from Poplar to Cardiffcar 154 mi
3h 4m
£38–54
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 33m
£268–1,012
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 16m
£32–57
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
5h 48m
£209–461
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 36m
£68–259
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 3m
£82–208

Poplar to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Poplar, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 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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