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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ickenham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ickenham is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ickenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ickenham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Austins Lane via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ickenham?

The distance between Cardiff and Ickenham is 139 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ickenham without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 54m and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Cardiff to Ickenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ickenham bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ickenham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ickenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ickenham is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Cardiff to Ickenham.

Where can I stay near Ickenham?

There are 14420+ hotels available in Ickenham.

Cardiff to Ickenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 278 bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to West Drayton
3. Take the bus from West Drayton Station to Austins LaneU1
2h 54m
£48–131
Drive 136.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ickenham136.3 mi
2h 27m
£34–50
Bus, line 278 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Austins Lane278
3h 49m
Bus, line 278 bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Austins Lane278
4h 29m

Cardiff to Ickenham by train and bus

188Weekly Services

2h 54mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 138.6 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Austins Lane via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 49m.

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