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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Suffolk is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Suffolk is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Suffolk?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Muntons via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station and Old Cattle Market Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Suffolk?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stowmarket via Paddington station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Suffolk?

The distance between Cardiff and Suffolk is 234 miles. The road distance is 221.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Suffolk without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £100 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Cardiff to Suffolk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Suffolk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Suffolk train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Suffolk?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Suffolk is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £100 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 7m.

Where does the Cardiff to Suffolk bus arrive?

Cardiff to Suffolk bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Suffolk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Suffolk?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Suffolk is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Cardiff to Suffolk.

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

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Where can I stay near Suffolk?

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Cardiff to Suffolk - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Cardiff to Suffolk 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 Liverpool Street to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 46m
£108–218
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Coach Station to Cardinal Park Cinemabus 717
8h 7m
£46–109
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
6h 43m
£66–129
Drive 220.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Suffolkcar 220.2 mi
4h 19m
£54–77
Fly Cardiff Airport to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Stowmarkettrain
7h 31m
£233–641
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane BRS - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Stowmarkettrain
7h 13m
£133–674
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Stowmarkettrain
8h 36m
£88–319
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Stowmarkettrain
8h 18m
£103–262

Cardiff to Suffolk by train and subway

163Weekly Services

4h 46mAverage Duration

£108Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Suffolk.

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Distance: 232.7 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Stowmarket via London Paddington, Paddington station, Liverpool Street station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Muntons via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, Cardinal Park Cinema, and Old Cattle Market Bus Station in around 8h 7m.

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