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

The cheapest way to get from Richmond to Cardiff is to line 490 bus and bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Richmond to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Richmond and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Richmond to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from George Street and arriving at Kingsway GR via Hammersmith Broadway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Richmond and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Richmond to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Richmond (London) and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Richmond to Cardiff?

The distance between Richmond and Cardiff is 143 miles. The road distance is 144 miles.

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

The best way to get from Richmond to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Richmond to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Cardiff bus from?

Richmond to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hammersmith Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Richmond to Cardiff train from?

Richmond to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Richmond (London) station.

Train or bus from Richmond to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Richmond to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Richmond to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Richmond to Cardiff train arrive?

Richmond to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Richmond to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Richmond to Cardiff is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Richmond to Cardiff.

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

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Richmond to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 490 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Richmond to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Richmond (London) to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 54m
£59–126
Line 490 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Quadrant Richmond to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 490
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
6h 1m
£19–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Broadway to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
4h 40m
£30–72
Drive 143.2 mi
1. Drive from Richmond to Cardiffcar 143.2 mi
2h 37m
£35–50

Richmond to Cardiff by train

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.1 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Richmond, Greater London, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Richmond (London) to Cardiff Central via Reading in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Hammersmith Broadway to Kingsway GR every 4 hours. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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