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

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Cardiff is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £90 and takes 5h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barking to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Barking and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Barking to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Barking Town Centre and arriving at University RE via Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Barking to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Barking to Cardiff?

The distance between Barking and Cardiff is 157 miles. The road distance is 160.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barking to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Barking to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Cardiff bus from?

Barking to Cardiff bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, depart from Barking Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Barking to Cardiff train from?

Barking to Cardiff train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.

Train, bus or fly from Barking to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Barking to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £140 and takes 5h 57m, you could also fly, which costs £250 - £800 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Barking to Cardiff bus arrive?

Barking to Cardiff bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Trafalgar Square station.

Where does the Barking to Cardiff train arrive?

Barking to Cardiff train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Barking to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Cardiff is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Barking to Cardiff.

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

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Barking to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Barking to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 55m
£73–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Trafalgar Squarebus N15
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 57m
£31–138
Drive 159.5 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Cardiffcar 159.5 mi
3h 13m
£40–58
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
4h 45m
£290–648
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 58m
£35–89
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 18m
£257–773

Barking to Cardiff by train

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Ilford to Cardiff Central via London Paddington in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barking Town Centre to University RE via Trafalgar Square, Whitehall / Trafalgar Square, Victoria Coach Station, and London Victoria in around 5h 57m.

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