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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cranleigh is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cranleigh is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cranleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Cranleigh. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at New Park Road via Heathrow Terminal 5 and Friary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cranleigh?

The distance between Cardiff and Cranleigh is 145 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cranleigh without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Cardiff to Cranleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cranleigh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Cranleigh?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cranleigh is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Cardiff to Cranleigh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cranleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Cranleigh is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Cranleigh.

Where can I stay near Cranleigh?

There are 779+ hotels available in Cranleigh.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Cranleigh 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 ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Shalford (Surrey)Reading - Gatwick Airport / ...
3h 23m
£49–117
Drive 144.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cranleigh144.2 mi
2h 46m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Guildford stationRa2
5h 7m
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationRa2
5h 38m

Cardiff to Cranleigh by train and bus

140Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cranleigh, Surrey, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cranleigh Hospital via Reading, Shalford (Surrey), and Shalford station in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to New Park Road via Heathrow Terminal 5, Guildford station, and Friary Bus Station in around 5h 7m.

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