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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Halstead is to bus and train which costs £29 - £75 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Halstead is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Halstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Halstead. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Halstead?

The distance between Cardiff and Halstead is 209 miles. The road distance is 204.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Halstead without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 56m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Cardiff to Halstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Halstead bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Cardiff to Halstead?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Halstead is to bus which takes 6h 10m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £230 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Halstead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Halstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Halstead is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Halstead.

Where can I stay near Halstead?

There are 666+ hotels available in Halstead.

Cardiff to Halstead - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Halstead 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Witham (Essex)
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to High Street38 / ...
4h 56m
£65–143
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk940
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to BrentwoodHeathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
7h 45m
£30–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
6h 10m
£38–75
Drive 203.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Halstead203.5 mi
3h 51m
£51–73
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)CWL - STN
7h 13m
£77–229
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)BRS - STN
6h 49m
£73–166
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 Braintree
8h 22m
£236–597
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Braintree
8h 13m
£257–494

Cardiff to Halstead by train and bus

187Weekly Services

4h 56mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.4 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Halstead, Essex, England?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to High Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, and Bus Interchange in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, Ryanair, Loganair, and four other airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) once daily.

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