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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Barking is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £35 - £55 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Barking is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £65 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Barking?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Barking station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Heathrow Central Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Barking?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Barking. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ilford via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Barking?

The distance between Cardiff and Barking is 157 miles. The road distance is 160.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Barking without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cardiff to Barking, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Barking bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Barking train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Barking?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Barking is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £35 - £55 and takes 4h 30m, you could also fly, which costs £270 - £1,000 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Barking bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Barking train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Barking?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Barking is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Barking.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Barking?

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Where can I stay near Barking?

There are 19482+ hotels available in Barking.

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Barking by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 28m
£70–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
5h 27m
£19–118
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
4h 30m
£36–51
Drive 159.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Barkingcar 159.3 mi
3h 13m
£41–58
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
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
5h 51m
£255–351
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 50m
£276–957

Cardiff to Barking by train

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 3h.

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