What is the cheapest way to get from Wales to London Paddington Station?

The cheapest way to get from Wales to London Paddington Station is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 3h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to London Paddington Station?

The fastest way to get from Wales to London Paddington Station is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and London Paddington Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to London Paddington Station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Heathrow Terminal 5 via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and London Paddington Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Wales to London Paddington Station?

The distance between Wales and London Paddington Station is 145 miles. The road distance is 149 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to London Paddington Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Wales to London Paddington Station?

The train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Wales to London Paddington Station bus from?

Wales to London Paddington Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to London Paddington Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to London Paddington Station?

The best way to get from Wales to London Paddington Station is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminal 5, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Wales to London Paddington Station bus arrive?

Wales to London Paddington Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Wales to London Paddington Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to London Paddington Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to London Paddington Station is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Wales to London Paddington Station.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Wales to London Paddington Station?

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Where can I stay near London Paddington Station?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 58m
£65–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
3h 56m
£19–30
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 201 / ...
3h 43m
£38–104
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to London Paddington Stationcar 148.1 mi
2h 47m
£36–52

Wales to London Paddington Station by train

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Distance: 144.2 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Wales and London Paddington Station, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5 hourly. Tickets cost £27–65 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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