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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dunstable is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dunstable is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dunstable?

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

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Leagrave via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dunstable?

The distance between Cardiff and Dunstable is 183 miles. The road distance is 138.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dunstable without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Cardiff to Dunstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dunstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dunstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dunstable?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dunstable is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 4h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dunstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Dunstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dunstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dunstable is 138 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Cardiff to Dunstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunstable?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Dunstable 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 London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to LeagraveBrighton - Bedford / ...
3h 1m
£55–117
Drive 137.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dunstable137.3 mi
3h
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Station Interchange230 / ...
4h 47m
£40–75
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the bus from Central station to The QuadrantX2 / ...
5h
£43–139
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindon
2. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station
3. Take the bus from Hampton by Hilton to The QuadrantZ / ...
5h 36m
£39–71

Cardiff to Dunstable by train

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Distance: 181.6 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Leagrave via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Asda via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Luton Station Interchange in around 4h 47m.

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