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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Harlow is to bus via Stratford (London) which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Harlow is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Harlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Burnt Mill School via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Harlow?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Harlow. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Harlow Town via London Paddington and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Harlow?

The distance between Cardiff and Harlow is 172 miles. The road distance is 176.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harlow without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Cardiff to Harlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harlow bus from?

Cardiff to Harlow bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harlow train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Harlow?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harlow is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Stratford (London), which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 3m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Cardiff to Harlow bus arrive?

Cardiff to Harlow bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Harlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Harlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Harlow is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Cardiff to Harlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlow?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Harlow by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 52m
£60–140
Bus via Stratford (London)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5Uk940
6h 3m
£32–65
Drive 175 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Harlow175 mi
3h 8m
£43–62
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
5h 56m
£79–174
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
6h 41m
£35–66
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)CWL - STN
5h 42m
£72–184
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)CWL - LCY
7h 12m
£221–675

Cardiff to Harlow by train and foot

209Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.5 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 hourly. Tickets cost £10–29 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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