What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to Essex?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Essex is to bus which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to Essex?

The fastest way to get from Wales to Essex is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Essex?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Essex. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Essex?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Essex. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Wales to Essex?

The distance between Wales and Essex is 191 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to Essex without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to Essex without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Wales to Essex?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Wales to Essex, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Essex bus from?

Wales to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Essex train from?

Wales to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Essex?

The best way to get from Wales to Essex is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £95 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Wales to Essex bus arrive?

Wales to Essex bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Wales to Essex train arrive?

Wales to Essex train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Wales to Essex?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Essex is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Wales to Essex.

How do I get a train ticket from Wales to Essex?

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Where can I stay near Essex?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
3h 58m
£89–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
6h 8m
£41–94
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to White Notleytrain London Liverpool Street - Braintree
5h 40m
£43–94
Drive 197.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Essexcar 197.6 mi
3h 48m
£48–70

Wales to Essex by train

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Distance: 190.3 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Wales and Essex, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to White Notley via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Polecat Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 6h 8m.

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