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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Headington is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Headington is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Headington?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Headington. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Headington Shops via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Headington?

The distance between Cardiff and Headington is 140 miles. The road distance is 104.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Headington without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Cardiff to Headington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Headington bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Headington?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Headington is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Headington bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Headington?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Headington is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Headington.

Where can I stay near Headington?

There are 1407+ hotels available in Headington.

Cardiff to Headington - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Headington by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Oxfordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 57m
£62–117
Drive 103.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Headingtoncar 103.9 mi
2h 10m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Headington Shopsbus Oxf
4h 21m
£35–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Didcot Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Parkway Station to Manor Surgerybus X32
3h 14m
£54–102

Cardiff to Headington by train, foot, and bus

177Weekly Services

2h 57mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Headington.

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Headington Shops via Reading, Oxford, and High Street in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Headington Shops via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 21m.

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