What is the cheapest way to get from Big Ben to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Big Ben to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Big Ben to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Big Ben to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Big Ben and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Big Ben to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Parliament Square / Westminster Abbey and arriving at Kingsway GR via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Big Ben and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Big Ben station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Westminster station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Big Ben to Cardiff?

The distance between Big Ben and Cardiff is 150 miles. The road distance is 149.6 miles.

How do I travel from Big Ben to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Big Ben to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Big Ben to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Big Ben to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Big Ben to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Big Ben to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Big Ben to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Big Ben to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £35 and takes 4h 7m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £700 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Big Ben to Cardiff bus arrive?

Big Ben to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the Big Ben to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Big Ben to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Big Ben to Cardiff is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Big Ben to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Big Ben to Cardiff?

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

Big Ben to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Big Ben to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 43m
£42–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
4h 7m
£9–33
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cardiffrideshare 148.4 mi
3h 17m
£10–20
Fly
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 5m
£217–664
Bus via Newport Train Station
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus Uk042 / ...
5h 19m
£11–37
Drive 148.7 mi
1. Drive from Big Ben to Cardiffcar 148.7 mi
2h 47m
£37–53

Big Ben to Cardiff by foot, subway, and train

205Weekly Services

2h 43mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 149.6 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

What companies run services between Big Ben, Greater London, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GR hourly. Tickets cost £7–27 and the journey takes 3h 35m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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