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

The cheapest way to get from Balham to Cardiff is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £19 - £30 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balham to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Balham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Balham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at University RE via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Balham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Balham station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Balham station and arriving at Cardiff Central via Tottenham Court Road Station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Balham to Cardiff?

The distance between Balham and Cardiff is 153 miles. The road distance is 150.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Balham to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balham to Cardiff bus from?

Balham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Balham to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Balham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Balham to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 4h 9m, you could also fly, which costs £330 - £1,200 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Balham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Balham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Balham to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Balham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Balham to Cardiff is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Balham to Cardiff.

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

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Balham to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Balham 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 52m
£64–127
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
4h 35m
£19–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
4h 9m
£27–43
Drive 149.7 mi
1. Drive from Balham to Cardiffcar 149.7 mi
2h 48m
£38–54
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 11m
£330–1,115
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 30m
£60–121
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 27m
£260–459

Balham to Cardiff by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 152.5 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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