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 £14 - £25 and takes 5h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Maidenhead is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £50 - £110.

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 Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

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 50m.

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 which takes 1h 50m and costs £50 - £110.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Maidenhead takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs once a week.

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 which takes 1h 50m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 704 bus, which costs and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Cardiff to Maidenhead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Maidenhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Maidenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Maidenhead is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Maidenhead.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Maidenhead?

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Cardiff to Maidenhead - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 704 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Maidenhead by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Maidenheadtrain Cardiff Central - London Paddington
1h 50m
£50–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940
5h 11m
£14–25
Bus, line 704 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Saint-Cloud Waybus 704
4h 36m
Drive 123.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Maidenheadcar 123.6 mi
2h 11m
£31–45
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 14m
£54–111

Cardiff to Maidenhead by train

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Maidenhead once a week. Tickets cost £50–110 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Saint-Cloud Way via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 36m.

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