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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rayleigh is to bus and train which costs £35 - £75 and takes 5h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rayleigh is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £60 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN) and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Rayleigh?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Rayleigh. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Rayleigh via London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rayleigh?

The distance between Cardiff and Rayleigh is 183 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rayleigh without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Cardiff to Rayleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rayleigh bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rayleigh train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Rayleigh?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rayleigh is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 54m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £200 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rayleigh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Rayleigh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rayleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rayleigh is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Rayleigh.

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

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Where can I stay near Rayleigh?

There are 266+ hotels available in Rayleigh.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonPort Talbot Parkway - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to RayleighLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
3h 8m
£62–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
6h 54m
£35–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Terminal 5Uk940
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to RayleighLondon Liverpool Street - Southend Victoria / ...
5h 45m
£36–74
Drive 185.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rayleigh185.7 mi
3h 41m
£46–66
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
6h 54m
£225–684
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)CWL - STN
6h 30m
£65–195
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)BRS - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Rayleigh
6h 38m
£254–576

Cardiff to Rayleigh by train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 181.8 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Rayleigh via London Paddington and Stratford (London) in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Eastwood Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Stansted Airport (STN), and Bus Station in around 6h 54m.

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