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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pimlico is to bus which costs £7 - £35 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pimlico is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £40 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pimlico?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at London Victoria. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pimlico?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Pimlico station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Victoria station via Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pimlico?

The distance between Cardiff and Pimlico is 149 miles. The road distance is 149.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pimlico without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Cardiff to Pimlico, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pimlico bus from?

Cardiff to Pimlico bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pimlico train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pimlico?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pimlico is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £35 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pimlico bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pimlico bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Cardiff to Pimlico train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pimlico?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pimlico is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Cardiff to Pimlico.

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

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

Book your Cardiff to Pimlico bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Pimlico?

There are 20146+ hotels available in Pimlico.

Cardiff to Pimlico - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 12m
£40–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
3h 50m
£7–35
Drive 148.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pimlico148.3 mi
2h 44m
£38–54

Cardiff to Pimlico by bus

586Weekly Buses

3h 50mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 148.6 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pimlico, Greater London, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £35–90 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to London Victoria every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–22 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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