What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station is to rideshare which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo Station and Cardiff Central Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo Station station to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo Station / York Road and arriving at Kingsway GR via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Waterloo Station and Cardiff Central Station?

No, there is no direct train from Waterloo Station station to Cardiff Central Station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Waterloo Station and Cardiff Central Station is 149 miles. The road distance is 150.5 miles.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station bus from?

Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £75 and takes 4h 26m, you could also fly, which costs £310 - £650 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Central Station?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Cardiff Central Station.

Can I share a ride from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Waterloo Station and Cardiff Central Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station - 8 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station, including transfers.

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There are 8 ways to get from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 38m
£69–142
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cardiffrideshare 148.4 mi
3h 36m
£10–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
4h 26m
£18–71
Drive 149.6 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Stationcar 149.6 mi
2h 50m
£37–53
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 59m
£216–503
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 37m
£33–89
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 56m
£315–634
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 25m
£71–275

Waterloo Station to Cardiff Central Station by subway and train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GR hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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