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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Paddington is to bus which costs £11 - £35 and takes 4h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Paddington is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £40 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Paddington Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Paddington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at London Paddington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Paddington?

The distance between Cardiff and Paddington is 145 miles. The road distance is 148.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Paddington without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £40 - £90.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Paddington bus from?

Cardiff to Paddington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Paddington?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Paddington is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Paddington bus arrive?

Cardiff to Paddington bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Cardiff to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Paddington is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Paddington.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
1h 54m
£40–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 25m
£11–34
Bus via Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
3h 50m
£22–48
Drive 147.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Paddingtoncar 147.6 mi
2h 45m
£36–52

Cardiff to Paddington by train

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Paddington.

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Distance: 144.2 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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