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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Elstree Studios is to bus via Harrow Bus Station which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Elstree Studios is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Elstree Studios?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Elstree Studios. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Furzehill Road via Heathrow Terminal 3, Watford Junction station and Beechen Grove. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Elstree Studios?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Elstree Studios. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Elstree & Borehamwood via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Elstree Studios?

The distance between Cardiff and Elstree Studios is 163 miles. The road distance is 148.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Elstree Studios without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Cardiff to Elstree Studios, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Elstree Studios bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Elstree Studios train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Elstree Studios?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Elstree Studios is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £45 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Cardiff to Elstree Studios bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Elstree Studios train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Elstree Studios?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Elstree Studios is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Elstree Studios.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Elstree Studios?

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Where can I stay near Elstree Studios?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Elstree Studios by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2h 48m
£63–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station202 / ...
5h 17m
£14–44
Drive 148 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Elstree Studios148 mi
2h 51m
£37–53
Bus via Harrow Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940 / ...
5h 45m
£17–34

Cardiff to Elstree Studios by train and foot

177Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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