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 £50 - £120 and takes 9h 38m.

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 28m 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, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

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 59m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m 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 59m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 9h 38m.

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 28m to drive from Cardiff to Lavenham.

Where can I stay near Lavenham?

There are 414+ hotels available in Lavenham.

Cardiff to Lavenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 59m
£98–183
Drive 206.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Lavenhamcar 206.7 mi
4h 28m
£51–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
9h 38m
£52–120
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cambridgetrain
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Bury St Edmundstrain
8h 59m
£138–219

Cardiff to Lavenham by train and bus

88Weekly Services

5h 59mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Lavenham.

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Distance: 218.2 mi
Duration: 5h 59m

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 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Norman Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 38m.

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