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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Marlow is to bus and line 850 bus which costs £20 - £29 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Marlow is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Marlow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Marlow. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - North Road and arriving at West Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Friar Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Marlow?

The distance between Cardiff and Marlow is 128 miles. The road distance is 122.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Marlow without a car is to train and line 850 bus which takes 2h 58m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Cardiff to Marlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Marlow bus from?

Cardiff to Marlow bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - North Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Marlow bus arrive?

Cardiff to Marlow bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Marlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Marlow is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Marlow.

Where can I stay near Marlow?

There are 2033+ hotels available in Marlow.

Cardiff to Marlow - 3 ways to travel via train, line 850 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Marlow by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 850 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Blagrave Street to West Streetbus 850
2h 58m
£51–88
Bus, line 850 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to Readingbus Uk042
2. Take the bus from Friar Street to West Streetbus 850
4h 36m
£20–28
Drive 121.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Marlowcar 121.7 mi
2h 21m
£31–44

Cardiff to Marlow by train and bus

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2h 58mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 127.6 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Marlow, Buckinghamshire, England?

You can take a bus from Cardiff - North Road to West Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, Bridge Street, and Friar Street in around 4h 36m.

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