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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Harwich is to bus and train which costs £45 - £100 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Harwich is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Harwich?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Harwich. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London) and Manningtree. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Harwich?

The distance between Cardiff and Harwich is 220 miles. The road distance is 230.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harwich without a car is to train which takes 4h 22m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Cardiff to Harwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harwich train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Harwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Harwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Harwich is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Cardiff to Harwich.

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

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Where can I stay near Harwich?

There are 290+ hotels available in Harwich.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Manningtreetrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 22m
£101–190
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Shenfieldtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
9h 4m
£49–95
Drive 228.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Harwichcar 228.7 mi
4h 19m
£57–83
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
3. Take the train from Chelmsford to Manningtreetrain
8h 15m
£85–233
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Manningtreetrain
8h 2m
£133–750
Fly Cardiff Airport to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Manningtreetrain
8h 52m
£280–724
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
2. Take the train from Chelmsford to Manningtreetrain
9h 5m
£77–267

Cardiff to Harwich by train

139Weekly Trains

4h 22mAverage Duration

£101Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Harwich.

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Distance: 219.1 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Harwich Town via London Paddington, Stratford (London), and Manningtree in around 4h 22m.

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