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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Copthorne is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Copthorne is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Copthorne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Copthorne. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at New Town via Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Copthorne?

The distance between Cardiff and Copthorne is 170 miles. The road distance is 166.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Copthorne without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Cardiff to Copthorne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Copthorne bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Copthorne?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Copthorne is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Copthorne bus arrive?

Cardiff to Copthorne bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Copthorne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Copthorne is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Copthorne.

Where can I stay near Copthorne?

There are 785+ hotels available in Copthorne.

Cardiff to Copthorne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Copthorne by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain Reading - Gatwick Airport
4h 3m
£74–138
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
5h 44m
£19–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 201
5h 9m
£35–83
Drive 165.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Copthornecar 165.5 mi
2h 53m
£41–59
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
5h 55m
£49–176

Cardiff to Copthorne by train and bus

191Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.5 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Copthorne, West Sussex, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to New Town via Reading, Gatwick Airport, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 25m.

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