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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Harpenden is to bus which costs £23 - £60 and takes 4h 50m.

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 41m and costs £60 - £140.

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 41m.

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 41m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Cardiff to Harpenden, including transfers.

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 41m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £60 and takes 4h 50m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £240 and takes 5h 42m.

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?

There are 1418+ hotels available in Harpenden.

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 PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to HarpendenBrighton - Bedford / ...
2h 41m
£64–138
Bus
cheapest
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
4h 50m
£23–56
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 42m
£69–237
Bus via Swindon
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Regent CircusUk042
2. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Luton Airport Parkway Rail StationUk990
5h 8m
£27–57

Cardiff to Harpenden by train

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2h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

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 41m. 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 4h 50m.

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