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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Harpenden is to bus via London which costs £13 - £28 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Harpenden is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Old Cock Inn via London Victoria and Black Boy PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Harpenden?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Harpenden. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Harpenden via London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Harpenden?

The distance between Cardiff and Harpenden is 174 miles. The road distance is 146.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harpenden without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Cardiff to Harpenden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harpenden bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harpenden train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Harpenden?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harpenden is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 5h 1m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £250 and takes 5h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Harpenden bus arrive?

Cardiff to Harpenden bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Cardiff to Harpenden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Harpenden?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Harpenden is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Cardiff to Harpenden.

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

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Where can I stay near Harpenden?

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Cardiff to Harpenden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Harpenden by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to HarpendenBrighton - Bedford / ...
2h 42m
£60–133
Bus via London
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
6h 16m
£13–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Luton Airport Parkway Rail StationUk990
5h 1m
£23–55
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Harpenden146 mi
3h 12m
£36–52
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Luton Airport (LTN)CWL - LTN
5h 53m
£69–247

Cardiff to Harpenden by train

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Harpenden via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, and Farringdon in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Harpenden via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station, and Luton Airport Parkway in around 5h 1m.

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