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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford Station to Cardiff is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford Station station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stratford Bus Station and arriving at University RE via Tottenham Court Road Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford Station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stratford and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Stratford Station to Cardiff?

The distance between Stratford Station and Cardiff is 154 miles. The road distance is 156.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford Station to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Stratford Station to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford Station to Cardiff bus from?

Stratford Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Stratford Station to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Stratford Station to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stratford Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 5h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £1,000 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Stratford Station to Cardiff bus arrive?

Stratford Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Stratford Station to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stratford Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford Station to Cardiff is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Stratford Station to Cardiff.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Stratford Station 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 42m
£67–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 18m
£27–45
Drive 155.2 mi
1. Drive from Stratford Station to Cardiffcar 155.2 mi
3h 10m
£39–56
Fly 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 2m
£256–345
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
5h 41m
£36–62
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
5h 45m
£277–961

Stratford Station to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Stratford Station, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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