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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Portslade is to bus and train which costs £25 - £50 and takes 5h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Portslade is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Portslade?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Portslade. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at St Nicolas Church via South Terminal Coach Station and Old Steine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Portslade?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to Portslade?

The distance between Cardiff and Portslade is 202 miles. The road distance is 170.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Portslade without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £140.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Portslade bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Portslade train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Portslade?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Portslade is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £80 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Portslade bus arrive?

Cardiff to Portslade bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Portslade train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Portslade?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Portslade is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Portslade.

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

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Where can I stay near Portslade?

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Cardiff to Portslade - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Portslade by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to PortsladeLondon Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
3h 44m
£51–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to South Terminal Bus Station201
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Pool Valley Coach StationUk066
5h 50m
£19–76
Drive 169.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Portslade169.7 mi
3h 33m
£43–61
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton CentralCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to PortsladeSouthampton Central - Brighton
4h 31m
£62–172
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to South Terminal Coach StationUk940
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to PortsladeLondon Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
5h 52m
£25–47

Cardiff to Portslade by train and subway

193Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Portslade, Brighton and Hove, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Portslade via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to St Nicolas Church via South Terminal Coach Station, Pool Valley Coach Station, and Old Steine in around 5h 50m.

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