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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ashford is to bus and train which costs £40 - £85 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ashford is to train via London which takes 3h 1m and costs £95 - £190.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ashford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ashford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ashford International via Paddington and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ashford?

The distance between Cardiff and Ashford is 204 miles. The road distance is 205.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ashford without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 1m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Cardiff to Ashford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ashford train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ashford train arrive?

Cardiff to Ashford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ashford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ashford is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Ashford.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Ashford?

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Where can I stay near Ashford?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Ashford.

Cardiff to Ashford - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Ashford by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain St Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 1m
£95–181
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Ashford Internationaltrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 59m
£43–82
Drive 204.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ashfordcar 204.6 mi
3h 32m
£51–74
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 46m
£314–735
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Ashford Internationaltrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 44m
£95–183
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford International to Ashford Internationaltrain
8h 2m
£280–860
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London St Pancras Intltrain
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ashford Internationaltrain
6h 51m
£90–255

Cardiff to Ashford by train and subway

196Weekly Services

3h 1mAverage Duration

£95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ashford International via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 1m.

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