What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross is to bus which costs £8 - £30 and takes 4h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Trafalgar Square via Victoria Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Charing Cross station via Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Charing Cross is 148 miles. The road distance is 150.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross train from?

Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £30 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Cardiff Central Station and Charing Cross?

Charing Cross is 1h behind Cardiff Central Station. It is currently 12:19 AM in Cardiff Central Station and 11:19 PM in Charing Cross.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross?

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

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Can I share a ride from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross?

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

Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross by train, bus, subway, rideshare, 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 Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 8m
£43–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
4h 33m
£8–30
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Leicester Square stationPiccadilly
4h 1m
£15–45
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to London148.6 mi
3h 21m
£10–20
Drive 149.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross149.3 mi
2h 48m
£37–54

Cardiff Central Station to Charing Cross by train and subway

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2h 8mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to London Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £7–22 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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