What is the cheapest way to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs £15 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between South Kensington Station and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Kingsway GR. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between South Kensington Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from South Kensington Station station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from South Kensington station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from South Kensington Station to Cardiff?

The distance between South Kensington Station and Cardiff is 148 miles. The road distance is 147.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Kensington Station to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £140.

How long does it take to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Kensington Station to Cardiff bus from?

South Kensington Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the South Kensington Station to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from South Kensington Station to Cardiff?

The best way to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 3h 59m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £700 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the South Kensington Station to Cardiff bus arrive?

South Kensington Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the South Kensington Station to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Kensington Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between South Kensington Station to Cardiff is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from South Kensington Station to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1729+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from South Kensington Station to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between South Kensington Station and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

South Kensington Station to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from South Kensington Station to Cardiff by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 38m
£67–139
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Greater London to Cardiffrideshare 146.5 mi
3h 15m
£15
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
3h 59m
£29–70
Drive 146.4 mi
1. Drive from South Kensington Station to Cardiffcar 146.4 mi
2h 39m
£36–51
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
8h 1m
£271–676
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 9m
£29–75
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 29m
£69–274
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 16m
£212–495

South Kensington Station to Cardiff by subway and train

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Distance: 147.2 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between South Kensington Station, 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, 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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