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

The cheapest way to get from Rainham to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 5h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rainham to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £70 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Rainham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Rainham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rainham Village School and arriving at Cardiff North Road via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Rainham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Rainham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rainham (London) and arriving at Cardiff Central via Aldgate station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Rainham to Cardiff?

The distance between Rainham and Cardiff is 163 miles. The road distance is 165.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rainham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Rainham to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Cardiff bus from?

Rainham to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Rainham to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Rainham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Rainham to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 5h 43m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £700 and takes 7h 47m.

Where does the Rainham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Rainham to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Rainham to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rainham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rainham to Cardiff is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Rainham to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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There are 7 ways to get from Rainham 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 / ...
3h 14m
£73–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
5h 43m
£28–71
Drive 164.1 mi
1. Drive from Rainham to Cardiffcar 164.1 mi
3h 23m
£40–58
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 47m
£271–668
Bus via Whitehall / Trafalgar Square
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
6h 11m
£33–141
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
6h 2m
£212–487
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 22m
£94–214

Rainham to Cardiff by train, foot, and subway

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.1 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Rainham, Greater London, 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, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Road every 2 hours. Tickets cost £17–29 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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