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

The cheapest way to get from Ashford to Cardiff is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ashford to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 13m and costs £95 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Ashford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at University RE via Bus Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Ashford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ashford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ashford International and arriving at Cardiff Central via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Ashford to Cardiff?

The distance between Ashford and Cardiff is 204 miles. The road distance is 204.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ashford to Cardiff without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 13m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Ashford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Cardiff bus from?

Ashford to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ashford to Cardiff train from?

Ashford to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Ashford International station.

Train or bus from Ashford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ashford to Cardiff is to train via London which takes 3h 13m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Ashford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ashford to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Ashford to Cardiff train arrive?

Ashford to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Ashford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashford to Cardiff is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Ashford to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 13m
£96–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
7h 48m
£42–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
6h
£45–88
Drive 203.6 mi
1. Drive from Ashford to Cardiffcar 203.6 mi
3h 31m
£50–73
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
8h 11m
£334–615
Train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h
£96–199
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 29m
£335–544
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 38m
£90–258

Ashford to Cardiff by train and subway

199Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Ashford, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Ashford International to Cardiff Central via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to University RE via Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, and London Victoria in around 7h 48m.

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