What is the cheapest way to get from South Wales to London?

The cheapest way to get from South Wales to London is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Wales to London?

The fastest way to get from South Wales to London is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between South Wales and London?

No, there is no direct bus from South Wales station to London. However, there are services departing from Fernhill station and arriving at London Victoria via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 and Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

Is there a direct train between South Wales and London?

No, there is no direct train from South Wales to London. However, there are services departing from Cwmbach and arriving at London Paddington via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from South Wales to London?

The distance between South Wales and London is 167 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

How do I travel from South Wales to London without a car?

The best way to get from South Wales to London without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from South Wales to London?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from South Wales to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Wales to London bus from?

South Wales to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the South Wales to London train from?

South Wales to London train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbach station.

Train or bus from South Wales to London?

The best way to get from South Wales to London is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the South Wales to London bus arrive?

South Wales to London bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the South Wales to London train arrive?

South Wales to London train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from South Wales to London?

Yes, the driving distance between South Wales to London is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from South Wales to London.

How do I get a train ticket from South Wales to London?

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Where can I stay near London?

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South Wales to London - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from South Wales to London by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 22m
£67–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
6h 43m
£25–38
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 509 / ...
5h 27m
£31–54
Drive 160.2 mi
1. Drive from South Wales to Londoncar 160.2 mi
3h 11m
£40–57

South Wales to London by train

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between South Wales and London, England?

You can take a train from Cwmbach to London Paddington via Cardiff Central in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoria every 3 hours. Tickets cost £17–26 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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