What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood is to bus and train which costs £30 - £70 and takes 6h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Paddock Wood?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Paddock Wood. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Paddock Wood via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Paddock Wood?

The distance between Cardiff and Paddock Wood is 183 miles. The road distance is 186.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Paddock Wood without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £80 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Paddock Wood train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Paddock Wood?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to Paddock Wood train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Paddock Wood?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Paddock Wood is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cardiff to Paddock Wood.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Paddock Wood?

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Where can I stay near Paddock Wood?

There are 1142+ hotels available in Paddock Wood.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood 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 Charing Cross to Paddock Woodtrain London Charing Cross - Ramsgate / ...
3h 44m
£85–176
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N9
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Paddock Woodtrain
6h 19m
£34–66
Drive 185.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Paddock Woodcar 185.2 mi
3h 14m
£46–66
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
7h 8m
£60–200
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackfriars Station to Whites Cornerbus 789 / ...
7h 1m
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Paddock Woodtrain
7h 32m
£334–598
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from London Bridge to Paddock Woodtrain
7h 15m
£335–525

Cardiff to Paddock Wood by train and subway

191Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Paddock Wood.

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Paddock Wood, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Paddock Wood via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Whites Corner via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, Victoria station, Blackfriars station, and Blackfriars Station in around 7h 1m.

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