What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Charing Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Charing Cross is to rideshare which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Charing Cross?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Charing Cross is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £35 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Charing Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Charing Cross. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Horse Guards Parade via Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Charing Cross?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to Charing Cross?

The distance between Cardiff and Charing Cross is 148 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Charing Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Charing Cross without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £35 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Charing Cross?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Charing Cross bus from?

Cardiff to Charing Cross bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Charing Cross train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Charing Cross?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Charing Cross is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £35 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Charing Cross bus arrive?

Cardiff to Charing Cross bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to Charing Cross train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Charing Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Charing Cross is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cardiff to Charing Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Charing Cross?

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Where can I stay near Charing Cross?

There are 20119+ hotels available in Charing Cross.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Charing Cross?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Charing Cross. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to Charing Cross - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Charing Cross by train, bus, rideshare, 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 / ...
2h 4m
£40–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
4h 9m
£10–34
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to London148.6 mi
3h 8m
£10–20
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940
4h 21m
£14–29
Drive 149.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Charing Cross149.1 mi
2h 47m
£38–54

Cardiff to Charing Cross by train and subway

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2h 4mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Charing Cross, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £9–26 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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