What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £12 - £21 and takes 4h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Staines-upon-Thames?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Staines station via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Staines-upon-Thames?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Staines via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames?

The distance between Cardiff and Staines-upon-Thames is 134 miles. The road distance is 132.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £40 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames?

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames bus from?

Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames train from?

Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £30 and takes 3h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames bus arrive?

Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames train arrive?

Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames?

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Where can I stay near Staines-upon-Thames?

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Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Stainestrain Reading - London Waterloo / ...
2h 38m
£44–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 201 / ...
3h 39m
£11–30
Drive 131.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thamescar 131.4 mi
2h 28m
£32–46
Bus via Cardiff North Road
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk940
4h 11m
£12–21

Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Staines-upon-Thames.

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Distance: 132.8 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Staines-upon-Thames, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Staines via Reading in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Terminal 5 hourly. Tickets cost £11–30 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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