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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Southwark is to bus via St George's Circus which costs £7 - £26 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Southwark is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £45 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Southwark?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Southwark station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Waterloo Station/Upper Taxi Rd via Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Southwark?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Southwark. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Lambeth North via Paddington station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Southwark?

The distance between Cardiff and Southwark is 149 miles. The road distance is 151.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Southwark without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Cardiff to Southwark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Southwark bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Southwark train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Southwark?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Southwark is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 4h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff to Southwark bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Southwark train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Southwark?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Southwark is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Southwark.

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

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Where can I stay near Southwark?

There are 20704+ hotels available in Southwark.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Southwark?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Southwark. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to Southwark - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Southwark by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 16m
£48–101
Bus via St George's Circus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
4h 23m
£7–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
4h 3m
£15–41
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to London148.6 mi
3h 8m
£10–20
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London City Airport (LCY)BRS - LCY
5h 52m
£240–529
Drive 150.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Southwark150.4 mi
2h 51m
£37–53

Cardiff to Southwark by train and subway

204Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £14–30 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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