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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Esher is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Esher is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Esher?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Esher. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Council Offices via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Cromwell Road Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Esher?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Esher. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Esher via Paddington station and London Waterloo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Esher?

The distance between Cardiff and Esher is 163 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Esher without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Cardiff to Esher, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Esher bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Esher train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Esher?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Esher is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Esher bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Esher train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Esher?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Esher is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Esher.

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

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Where can I stay near Esher?

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Cardiff to Esher - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 458 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Esher by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 21m
£73–145
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
5h 7m
£18–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
4h 27m
£30–68
Drive 138.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Eshercar 138.2 mi
2h 41m
£34–49
Train, line 458 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Stainestrain
3. Take the bus from Elmsleigh Bus Station to Council Officesbus 458
4h 41m
£62–118

Cardiff to Esher by train and subway

201Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Esher.

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Distance: 162.3 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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