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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hailsham is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hailsham is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Hailsham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Hailsham station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Police Station via Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Hailsham?

The distance between Cardiff and Hailsham is 214 miles. The road distance is 195.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hailsham without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Cardiff to Hailsham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hailsham bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Hailsham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hailsham is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Cardiff to Hailsham bus arrive?

Cardiff to Hailsham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Hailsham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hailsham is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Cardiff to Hailsham.

Where can I stay near Hailsham?

There are 480+ hotels available in Hailsham.

Cardiff to Hailsham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Hailsham 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 Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Polegatetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 35m
£102–204
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk940
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Police Stationbus 500
7h 11m
£21–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 201
2. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Police Stationbus 500
6h 31m
£36–82
Drive 194.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Hailshamcar 194.2 mi
3h 35m
£48–69
Train to Bristol Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Polegatetrain
7h 10m
£76–219
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Gatwick South Terminal to Police Stationbus 500
5h 53m
£75–140
Fly from Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CWL - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Polegatetrain
6h 52m
£91–336

Cardiff to Hailsham by train, subway, and bus

195Weekly Services

4h 35mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Hailsham.

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Distance: 212.9 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Gordon Road via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, London Victoria, Polegate, and Railway Station in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Police Station via South Terminal Bus Station and Gatwick South Terminal in around 6h 31m.

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