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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hayes is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hayes is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £70 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Hayes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Hayes. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Hayes Library via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Hayes?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Hayes. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hayes (Kent) via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Hayes?

The distance between Cardiff and Hayes is 162 miles. The road distance is 160.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hayes without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Cardiff to Hayes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hayes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hayes train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Hayes?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hayes is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 18m, you could also fly, which costs £95 - £170 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Cardiff to Hayes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Hayes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Hayes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hayes is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Hayes.

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

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Where can I stay near Hayes?

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Hayes 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 London Charing Cross to Hayes (Kent)train London Charing Cross - Hayes
3h 9m
£73–140
Drive 159.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Hayescar 159.7 mi
3h 11m
£39–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
5h 18m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
6h 17m
£87–242
Bus via Cardiff North Road
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to East Croydon Rail Stationbus Sl7
5h 58m
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Gatwick Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane CWL - LGW
6h 12m
£96–167
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 51m
£284–1,025

Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) flights

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4h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.5 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Hayes (Kent) via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Hayes Library via Heathrow Central Bus Station and East Croydon Rail Station in around 5h 18m.

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