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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Guildford is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Guildford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Guildford station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Guildford station via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Guildford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Guildford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Guildford via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Guildford?

The distance between Cardiff and Guildford is 135 miles. The road distance is 136.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Guildford without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cardiff to Guildford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Guildford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Guildford train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Guildford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Guildford is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminal 2, which costs and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Guildford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Guildford train arrive?

Cardiff to Guildford train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Guildford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Guildford is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cardiff to Guildford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Guildford?

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Where can I stay near Guildford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to GuildfordReading - Gatwick Airport / ...
2h 28m
£42–130
Drive 135.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Guildford135.4 mi
2h 30m
£34–49
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Guildford stationRa2
4h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk940
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Guildford stationRa2
5h 5m

Cardiff to Guildford by train

189Weekly Trains

2h 28mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 134.5 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Guildford via Reading in around 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Guildford station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 4h 20m.

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