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 - £45 and takes 5h 59m.

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 46m and costs £65 - £130.

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 42m.

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 46m.

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 46m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m 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 46m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £110 and takes 5h 42m, you could also fly, which costs £290 - £800 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Barking to Cardiff bus arrive?

Barking to Cardiff bus services, operated by Go Ahead London, arrive at Charing Cross 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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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 46m
£69–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barking Town Centre to Charing Crossbus N15
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 42m
£28–106
Drive 159.6 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Cardiffcar 159.6 mi
3h 13m
£40–57
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
4h 47m
£253–350
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 59m
£32–41
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
4h 58m
£293–759
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 39m
£68–268

Barking to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barking Town Centre to University RE via Charing Cross, Whitehall / Trafalgar Square, Victoria Coach Station, and London Victoria in around 5h 42m.

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