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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chippenham is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chippenham is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chippenham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Town Bridge. Services depart four times a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chippenham?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Chippenham. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chippenham via Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chippenham?

The distance between Cardiff and Chippenham is 85 miles. The road distance is 57.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chippenham without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £28 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from Cardiff to Chippenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chippenham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chippenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chippenham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chippenham is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £25 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Cardiff to Chippenham bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chippenham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Town Bridge station.

Where does the Cardiff to Chippenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chippenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chippenham is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Chippenham.

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

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Where can I stay near Chippenham?

There are 1417+ hotels available in Chippenham.

Cardiff to Chippenham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 231 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Chippenham by train, bus, 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 SwindonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 25m
£29–61
Drive 57.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chippenham57.3 mi
1h 10m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Town Bridge804
2h 15m
£18–25
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to ChippenhamBristol Temple Meads - London Paddington / ...
1h 35m
£23–46
Bus, line 231 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX39 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hardenhuish Avenue231
3h 34m

Cardiff to Chippenham by train

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1h 25mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.2 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Chippenham, Wiltshire, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Swindon hourly. Tickets cost £22–50 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Town Bridge 4 times a week. Tickets cost £18–25 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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