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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Croydon is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £16 - £28 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Croydon is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at East Croydon via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Croydon?

The distance between Cardiff and Croydon is 161 miles. The road distance is 155.6 miles.

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

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

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Cardiff to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Croydon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Croydon train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Croydon?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Croydon is to train which takes 3h and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £70 and takes 4h 47m, you could also fly, which costs £310 - £600 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Croydon bus arrive?

Cardiff to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Croydon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Croydon is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Cardiff to Croydon.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Cardiff to Croydon - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Croydon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h
£73–137
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
5h 27m
£16–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
4h 47m
£28–66
Drive 154.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Croydoncar 154.7 mi
3h
£38–55
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
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
6h 1m
£64–196
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
4h 3m
£69–138
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 21m
£303–524
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 25m
£313–572

Cardiff to Croydon by train

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Croydon.

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Distance: 159.8 mi
Duration: 3h

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to West Croydon Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 47m.

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