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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Maidenhead is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Maidenhead is to train via Reading which takes 1h 47m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Maidenhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Maidenhead. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Saint-Cloud Way via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Wellington Street Stop H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Maidenhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Maidenhead. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Maidenhead?

The distance between Cardiff and Maidenhead is 121 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Maidenhead without a car is to train via Reading which takes 1h 47m and costs £40 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 1h 47m to get from Cardiff to Maidenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Maidenhead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Maidenhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Maidenhead?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Maidenhead is to train via Reading which takes 1h 47m and costs £40 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Cardiff to Maidenhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Maidenhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Maidenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Maidenhead is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Maidenhead.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Maidenhead?

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Where can I stay near Maidenhead?

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

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

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
1h 47m
£41–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
4h 16m
£13–40
Drive 123.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Maidenhead123.6 mi
2h 10m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to MaidenheadCardiff Central - London Paddington
1h 53m
£45–300

Cardiff to Maidenhead by train

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1h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 1h 47m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £30–130 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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