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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ruislip is to bus and line 278 bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £15 - £26 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ruislip is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ruislip?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ruislip. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Midcroft via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ruislip?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ruislip station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ruislip station via Paddington station and Baker Street station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ruislip?

The distance between Cardiff and Ruislip is 159 miles. The road distance is 138.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ruislip without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Cardiff to Ruislip, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ruislip bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ruislip train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ruislip?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ruislip is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus and line 278 bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ruislip bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ruislip train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ruislip?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ruislip is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Ruislip.

Where can I stay near Ruislip?

There are 1766+ hotels available in Ruislip.

Cardiff to Ruislip - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 278 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 58m
£79–168
Bus, line 278 bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Brickwall Lanebus 278
4h 36m
£16–25
Bus, line 278 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Midcroftbus 278
3h 55m
£28–62
Drive 137.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ruislipcar 137.5 mi
2h 32m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from West Drayton Station to Brickwall Lanebus U1
3h 29m
£61–128

Cardiff to Ruislip by train and subway

195Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Ruislip.

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Midcroft via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 55m.

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