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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bracknell is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bracknell is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bracknell?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bracknell station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bracknell Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bracknell?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bracknell. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bracknell via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bracknell?

The distance between Cardiff and Bracknell is 120 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bracknell without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Cardiff to Bracknell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bracknell bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bracknell train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bracknell?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bracknell is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 703 bus, which costs and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bracknell bus arrive?

Cardiff to Bracknell bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Cardiff to Bracknell train arrive?

Cardiff to Bracknell train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bracknell?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bracknell is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Cardiff to Bracknell.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bracknell?

There are 1991+ hotels available in Bracknell.

Cardiff to Bracknell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 703 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 4m
£38–109
Drive 119.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bracknell119.5 mi
2h 5m
£30–43
Bus, line 703 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bracknell Bus Station703
5h 6m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Winnersh Triangle stationRa1
5h 7m
£39–57

Cardiff to Bracknell by train

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Distance: 119.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £35–100 and the journey takes 1h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bracknell Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 5h 6m.

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