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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Alconbury is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Alconbury is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Alconbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Alconbury. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Coulson Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station, The Busway New Square and Huntingdon station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Alconbury?

The distance between Cardiff and Alconbury is 213 miles. The road distance is 168.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Alconbury without a car is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 24m to get from Cardiff to Alconbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Alconbury bus from?

Cardiff to Alconbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Alconbury?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Alconbury is to train which takes 4h 24m and costs £70 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Alconbury bus arrive?

Cardiff to Alconbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Alconbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Alconbury is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Cardiff to Alconbury.

Where can I stay near Alconbury?

There are 467+ hotels available in Alconbury.

Cardiff to Alconbury - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 904 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Alconbury by train, bus, 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 PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to HuntingdonHorsham - Peterborough / ...
4h 24m
£74–176
Drive 167.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Alconbury167.3 mi
3h 19m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parkside727 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Busway New Square to Huntingdon stationT1
9h 26m
Train, line 904 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterborough
3. Take the bus from Queensgate Bus Stn to The Boulevard904
6h 26m
£46–149

Cardiff to Alconbury by train and bus

130Weekly Services

4h 24mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Alconbury.

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 4h 24m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to The Boulevard via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, Farringdon, Huntingdon, and Huntingdon station in around 4h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Coulson Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Parkside, The Busway New Square, and Huntingdon station in around 9h 26m.

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