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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shenfield is to bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 5h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Shenfield is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £55 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Shenfield?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Shenfield. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Shenfield via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Shenfield?

The distance between Cardiff and Shenfield is 170 miles. The road distance is 176.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shenfield without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Cardiff to Shenfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shenfield train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Shenfield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shenfield is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £220 - £600 and takes 6h 19m, you could also bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Cardiff to Shenfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Shenfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Shenfield is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Cardiff to Shenfield.

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

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Where can I stay near Shenfield?

There are 1928+ hotels available in Shenfield.

Cardiff to Shenfield - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Shenfield by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to ShenfieldElizabeth
2h 57m
£57–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
5h 7m
£20–45
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5201 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to ShenfieldHeathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield / ...
4h 54m
£26–88
Drive 175.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Shenfield175.8 mi
3h 23m
£44–63
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)CWL - LCY
6h 19m
£225–573
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)BRS - LCY
6h 8m
£252–485
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)CWL - STN
6h 56m
£76–207
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)BRS - STN
6h 30m
£83–189

Cardiff to Shenfield by train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Shenfield via London Paddington in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, Aer Lingus, British Airways, and three other airlines fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY) 3 times a day.

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