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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shenfield is to bus and train which costs £40 - £80 and takes 5h 3m.

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 56m and costs £80 - £160.

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 56m.

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 56m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m 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 or bus from Cardiff to Shenfield?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shenfield is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 5h 4m.

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 25m 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 1216+ hotels available in Shenfield.

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

There are 5 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 Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Shenfieldtrain Elizabeth
2h 56m
£82–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
5h 4m
£38–97
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Shenfieldtrain Elizabeth / ...
5h 3m
£41–79
Drive 175.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Shenfieldcar 175.7 mi
3h 25m
£44–64
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)plane BRS - LCY
6h 14m
£298–710

Cardiff to Shenfield by train

196Weekly Trains

2h 56mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.9 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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