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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hove is to bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW) which costs £21 - £55 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hove is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Hove?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Hove. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at King Alfred Leisure Centre via North Terminal Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Hove?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Hove. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hove via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Hove?

The distance between Cardiff and Hove is 200 miles. The road distance is 173 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hove without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Cardiff to Hove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hove bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hove train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Hove?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hove is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £70 and takes 5h 40m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £280 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Hove bus arrive?

Cardiff to Hove bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at North Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Hove train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Hove?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hove is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Cardiff to Hove.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Hove?

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Where can I stay near Hove?

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Cardiff to Hove - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Hove by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to HoveLondon Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
3h 46m
£58–141
Bus via London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to South Terminal Coach StationUk940
5h 54m
£22–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to North Terminal Bus Station201
2. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to King Alfred Leisure Centre025
5h 40m
£23–66
Drive 172 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Hove172 mi
3h 38m
£42–61
Fly
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)CWL - LGW
6h 27m
£74–280
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton CentralCardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to HoveSouthampton Central - Brighton
4h 34m
£54–170

Cardiff to Hove by train and subway

204Weekly Services

3h 46mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 199.2 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Hove via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to King Alfred Leisure Centre via North Terminal Bus Station in around 5h 40m.

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