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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Kempston is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Kempston is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Kempston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Kempston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at War Memorial via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Kempston?

The distance between Cardiff and Kempston is 204 miles. The road distance is 144.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kempston without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Cardiff to Kempston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Kempston bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Kempston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Kempston is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Kempston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Kempston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Kempston is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Cardiff to Kempston.

Where can I stay near Kempston?

There are 845+ hotels available in Kempston.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Kempston 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Farringdon to BedfordBrighton - Bedford / ...
4h 9m
£57–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachway230 / ...
6h 28m
£37–75
Drive 144.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Kempston144.1 mi
2h 56m
£37–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the bus from Central station to St John's HomesC1 / ...
4h 42m
£44–140
Bus via Slough
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk940
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Milton Keynes Coachway230 / ...
7h 47m
£40–69

Cardiff to Kempston by train, foot, and bus

193Weekly Services

4h 9mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.7 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to St John's Homes via London Paddington, Farringdon Without, Farringdon, Bedford, Queen Street, and Bus Station in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to War Memorial via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 6h 28m.

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