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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Stratford is to bus which costs £14 - £40 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Stratford is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £45 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Stratford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Warton Road via London Victoria and Primrose Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Stratford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Stratford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stratford via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Stratford?

The distance between Cardiff and Stratford is 154 miles. The road distance is 156.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stratford without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Cardiff to Stratford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stratford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Stratford train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Stratford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Stratford is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £45 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which costs £28 - £60 and takes 4h 26m, you could also fly, which costs £240 - £700 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Cardiff to Stratford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Stratford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Stratford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Stratford is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cardiff to Stratford.

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

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Where can I stay near Stratford?

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Cardiff to Stratford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Stratford 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 / ...
2h 17m
£49–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 59m
£14–37
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
4h 26m
£28–55
Drive 155.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Stratfordcar 155.2 mi
3h 9m
£38–54
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
5h 51m
£258–626
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 6m
£246–658

Cardiff to Stratford by train

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £40–90 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport hourly. Tickets cost £12–21 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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