What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Frinton-on-Sea?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Frinton Rail Gates via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station and Stanwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

The distance between Cardiff and Frinton-on-Sea is 226 miles. The road distance is 227.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £55 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea bus from?

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea bus arrive?

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea.

Where can I stay near Frinton-on-Sea?

There are 859+ hotels available in Frinton-on-Sea.

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Stratford (London) to Clacton-on-SeaLondon Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
4h 50m
£59–157
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Station717
8h 26m
£49–99
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Shenfield
3. Take the train from Shenfield to Clacton-on-Sea
7h 46m
£55–144
Drive 226 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea226 mi
4h 21m
£57–83
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)BRS - STN
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Thorpe-le-Soken
8h 9m
£86–195
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Thorpe-le-Soken
8h 36m
£242–650
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)CWL - STN
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Thorpe-le-Soken
8h 43m
£85–267

Cardiff to Frinton-on-Sea by train and bus

144Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.1 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Frinton-on-Sea, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to The Oaks via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Clacton-on-Sea, and Railway Station in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Frinton Rail Gates via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Railway Station, Osborne Street, and Stanwell Street in around 8h 26m.

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