What is the cheapest way to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff is to bus via London Victoria which costs £18 - £30 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Shepherd's Bush and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hammersmith Broadway and arriving at Kingsway GR. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Shepherd's Bush and Cardiff?

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

How far is it from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff?

The distance between Shepherd's Bush and Cardiff is 147 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

How do I travel from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff bus from?

Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hammersmith Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff train from?

Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 41m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff bus arrive?

Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff train arrive?

Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff?

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There are 4 ways to get from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff 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 41m
£67–136
Bus via London Victoria
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
5h
£19–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Broadway to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
3h 5m
£27–70
Drive 144.6 mi
1. Drive from Shepherd's Bush to Cardiffcar 144.6 mi
2h 39m
£36–51

Shepherd's Bush to Cardiff by bus

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3h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.6 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Shepherd's Bush, 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 2h. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Hammersmith Broadway to Kingsway GR every 4 hours. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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