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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hertford is to bus and subway which costs £22 - £50 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hertford is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Hertford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Hertford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hertford North via London Paddington and Moorgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Hertford?

The distance between Cardiff and Hertford is 170 miles. The road distance is 166.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hertford without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Cardiff to Hertford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hertford train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Hertford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Hertford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hertford is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Hertford.

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

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Where can I stay near Hertford?

There are 1124+ hotels available in Hertford.

Cardiff to Hertford - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, subway, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Hertford by train, bus, subway, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Moorgate to Hertford NorthMoorgate - Stevenage / ...
3h 16m
£61–133
Bus, subway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow AirportUk940 / ...
2. Take the subway from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 station to Finsbury Park stationPiccadilly
5h 30m
£23–49
Drive 165.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Hertford165.1 mi
2h 57m
£41–59

Cardiff to Hertford by train

209Weekly Trains

3h 16mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.3 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Hertford North via London Paddington, Liverpool Street Station, and Moorgate in around 3h 16m.

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