What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £11 - £26 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and M4 Thames Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bishops Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and M4 Thames Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Taplow via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge?

The distance between Cardiff and M4 Thames Bridge is 124 miles. The road distance is 127.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge?

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge bus from?

Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge train from?

Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £40 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge bus arrive?

Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge train arrive?

Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge.

Where can I stay near M4 Thames Bridge?

There are 2360+ hotels available in M4 Thames Bridge.

Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge 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 ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 27m
£39–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5201 / ...
5h 2m
£11–40
Drive 127.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to M4 Thames Bridge127.2 mi
2h 12m
£32–46
Bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk940
5h 37m
£11–26

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 123.6 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and M4 Thames Bridge, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £30–95 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5 hourly. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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