What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead is to bus via Watford Junction station which costs £15 - £25 and takes 5h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Hemel Hempstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bridge Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Hemel Hempstead?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hemel Hempstead via Paddington station and Harrow & Wealdstone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead?

The distance between Cardiff and Hemel Hempstead is 168 miles. The road distance is 141.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead?

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead is 142 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead?

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Where can I stay near Hemel Hempstead?

There are 1912+ hotels available in Hemel Hempstead.

Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 4m
£79–144
Bus via Watford Junction station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
5h 47m
£16–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
4h 25m
£37–52
Drive 141 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Hemel Hempsteadcar 141 mi
3h 2m
£35–50
Train, line 850 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain
2. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to High Wycombe BusStnbus 850
3. Take the bus from High Wycombe BusStn to Marlowesbus 1 / ...
5h 20m
£67–117

Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead by train and subway

196Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Hemel Hempstead.

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Hemel Hempstead, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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