What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common is to bus which costs £25 - £35 and takes 3h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sonning Common?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sonning Common. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Brinds Corner via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Friar Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sonning Common?

The distance between Cardiff and Sonning Common is 115 miles. The road distance is 113.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Sonning Common without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common?

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sonning Common bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sonning Common?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £35 and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sonning Common bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sonning Common bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sonning Common?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sonning Common is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Cardiff to Sonning Common.

Where can I stay near Sonning Common?

There are 1150+ hotels available in Sonning Common.

Cardiff to Sonning Common - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Sonning Common by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 4m
£34–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ridebus Cp7
3h 32m
£25–33
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sonning Commoncar 113.2 mi
2h 9m
£28–40

Cardiff to Sonning Common by train and bus

190Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.2 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Sonning Common, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £30–95 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride twice a week. Tickets cost £21–29 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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