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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Elstree is to bus via London Heathrow Airport which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Elstree is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Elstree?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Elstree. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Watling Court via Victoria Station and Edgware Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Elstree?

The distance between Cardiff and Elstree is 161 miles. The road distance is 147.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Elstree without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Cardiff to Elstree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Elstree bus from?

Cardiff to Elstree bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Elstree?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Elstree is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Cardiff to Elstree bus arrive?

Cardiff to Elstree bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Elstree?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Elstree is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Cardiff to Elstree.

Where can I stay near Elstree?

There are 18134+ hotels available in Elstree.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Elstree 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 Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 18m
£77–160
Bus via London Heathrow Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Harrow Bus Stationbus Sl9
5h 33m
£21–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
5h 29m
£31–70
Drive 146.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Elstreecar 146.4 mi
2h 50m
£36–52

Cardiff to Elstree by train, subway, and bus

191Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Elstree.

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Distance: 159.7 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £27–70 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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