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 £30 - £70 and takes 4h 55m.

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 £80 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Shenfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Shenfield station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Liverpool Street Station via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

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 177 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 £80 - £150.

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 bus from?

Cardiff to Shenfield bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

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 £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 55m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,200 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Cardiff to Shenfield bus arrive?

Cardiff to Shenfield bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

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 26m to drive from Cardiff to Shenfield.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Shenfield?

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There are 6 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 57m
£81–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 55m
£33–69
Drive 175.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Shenfieldcar 175.9 mi
3h 26m
£44–64
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
5h 51m
£285–1,135
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk940
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Shenfieldtrain Heathrow Terminal 5 - Shenfield
5h 38m
£47–85
Train to Bristol Airport, 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 16m
£264–390

Cardiff to Shenfield by train

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Distance: 168.9 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, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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