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 - £65 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 - £65.

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, Drummer St Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

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 18m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m 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 18m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £85 and takes 7h 50m.

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 466+ hotels available in Alconbury.

Cardiff to Alconbury - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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 PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to HuntingdonHorsham - Peterborough / ...
4h 18m
£63–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Parkside727 / ...
7h 50m
£23–84
Drive 167.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Alconbury167.3 mi
3h 19m
£42–61
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PeterboroughBirmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
6h
£53–160
Train via Birmingham #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterborough
7h 24m
£57–147

Cardiff to Alconbury by train and bus

172Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Coulson Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Parkside, Drummer St Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 50m.

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