What is the cheapest way to get from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between St Albans Cathedral and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Abbey and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between St Albans Cathedral and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from St Albans City and arriving at Cardiff Central via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff?

The distance between St Albans Cathedral and Cardiff is 171 miles. The road distance is 152.8 miles.

How do I travel from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff bus from?

St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Abbey station.

Where do I catch the St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff?

The best way to get from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £70 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff bus arrive?

St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff.

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There are 5 ways to get from St Albans Cathedral 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 / ...
3h 19m
£78–157
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Abbey to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 724 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 12m
£19–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Abbey to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 724 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 59m
£74–133
Drive 152 mi
1. Drive from St Albans Cathedral to Cardiffcar 152 mi
2h 47m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Abbey to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 724 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
5h 29m
£28–68

St Albans Cathedral to Cardiff by foot and train

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between St Albans Cathedral, 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, you can take a vehicle from St Albans Cathedral to Sophia Gardens via Abbey and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 29m.

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