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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Beckenham is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Beckenham is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £80 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Beckenham?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Beckenham. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Beckenham Junction via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Beckenham?

The distance between Cardiff and Beckenham is 158 miles. The road distance is 157.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Beckenham without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Cardiff to Beckenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Beckenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Beckenham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Beckenham is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Beckenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Beckenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Beckenham is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Cardiff to Beckenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Beckenham?

There are 19870+ hotels available in Beckenham.

Cardiff to Beckenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Beckenham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 47m
£83–154
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
4h 29m
£17–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 21m
£28–44
Drive 156.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Beckenhamcar 156.8 mi
3h 5m
£38–55

Cardiff to Beckenham by train and subway

196Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.2 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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