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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Grays is to bus via West Ham station which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Grays is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Grays?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Grays. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Grays via Paddington and West Ham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Grays?

The distance between Cardiff and Grays is 170 miles. The road distance is 172.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grays without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Cardiff to Grays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Grays train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Grays?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Grays is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 4h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £310 - £600 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Cardiff to Grays train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Grays?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Grays is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Grays.

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

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Where can I stay near Grays?

There are 507+ hotels available in Grays.

Cardiff to Grays - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Grays by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 34m
£78–156
Bus via West Ham station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Hammersmith Bridge Roadbus Uk042 / ...
4h 38m
£30–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 35m
£42–99
Drive 171.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Grayscar 171.3 mi
3h 33m
£42–61
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 14m
£312–573
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 13m
£302–525

Cardiff to Grays by train and subway

198Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.6 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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