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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lavenham is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lavenham is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lavenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lavenham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Norman Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lavenham?

The distance between Cardiff and Lavenham is 220 miles. The road distance is 207.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lavenham without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Cardiff to Lavenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lavenham bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Lavenham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lavenham is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lavenham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lavenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lavenham is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Cardiff to Lavenham.

Where can I stay near Lavenham?

There are 594+ hotels available in Lavenham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Lavenham 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 Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
5h 46m
£98–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
8h 14m
£41–96
Drive 206.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lavenhamcar 206.7 mi
4h 29m
£51–74
Train via Ilford
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Romford to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Clacton-on-Sea / ...
6h 48m
£101–193
Train #2
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Gloucestertrain
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Cambridgetrain
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain
8h 22m
£135–215

Cardiff to Lavenham by train and bus

124Weekly Services

5h 46mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Lavenham.

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Distance: 218.3 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Norman Way via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Norman Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 14m.

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