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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Norwich is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £24 - £45 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Norwich is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Norwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Norwich station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Norwich?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Norwich via Paddington station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Norwich?

The distance between Cardiff and Norwich is 268 miles. The road distance is 239 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Norwich without a car is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Cardiff to Norwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Norwich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Norwich train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Norwich?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Norwich is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £70 and takes 7h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £240 - £750 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Norwich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Norwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Norwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Norwich is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Cardiff to Norwich.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Norwich?

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Cardiff to Norwich - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Norwich by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Norwichtrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich
4h 42m
£109–193
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Norwichbus Uk950
9h 5m
£25–43
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 / ...
7h 55m
£46–66
Drive 237.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Norwichcar 237.6 mi
4h 36m
£59–85
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
6h 19m
£243–705
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
5h 44m
£87–698
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BHX - NWI
6h 36m
£117–733

Cardiff to Norwich by train and subway

196Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£109Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Norwich.

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Distance: 266.9 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Norwich via London Paddington, Paddington station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 55m.

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