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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Cardiff is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bow Church Station and arriving at Kingsway GR via Liverpool Street Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stratford and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Stratford to Cardiff?

The distance between Stratford and Cardiff is 154 miles. The road distance is 155.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Stratford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Cardiff bus from?

Stratford to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stratford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stratford to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £75 and takes 5h 5m, you could also fly, which costs £300 - £700 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Stratford to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stratford to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stratford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Cardiff is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Stratford to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Stratford to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Stratford to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 46m
£71–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
5h 5m
£30–73
Drive 155 mi
1. Drive from Stratford to Cardiffcar 155 mi
3h 9m
£38–55
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
5h 47m
£209–491
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
5h 43m
£34–63
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 45m
£308–662
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 32m
£73–259
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Farringdon to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 3m
£86–225

Stratford to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Stratford, 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 London Victoria to Kingsway GR hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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