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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swaffham is to bus and train which costs £29 - £65 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swaffham is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swaffham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Swaffham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Kings Arms via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swaffham?

The distance between Cardiff and Swaffham is 261 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swaffham without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Cardiff to Swaffham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swaffham bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cardiff to Swaffham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swaffham is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £190 - £600 and takes 7h 31m, you could also bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 9h 17m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swaffham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swaffham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swaffham is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Cardiff to Swaffham.

Where can I stay near Swaffham?

There are 545+ hotels available in Swaffham.

Cardiff to Swaffham - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Swaffham by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Kings LynnLondon Kings Cross - Kings Lynn
4h 55m
£67–155
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Regent Circus
2. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Parkside
3. Take the train from Cambridge North to Kings Lynn
8h 53m
£30–64
Drive 216.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swaffham216.2 mi
4h 25m
£54–77
Fly Cardiff Airport to Norwich International Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)CWL - NWI
7h 31m
£190–564
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Ely
3. Take the train from Ely to Kings Lynn
6h 42m
£65–185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station727 / ...
9h 17m
£53–103
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)BRS - NWI
7h 1m
£127–566
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)CWL - STN
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Kings Lynn
8h 47m
£87–225
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)BRS - STN
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Kings Lynn
8h 21m
£94–207

Cardiff to Swaffham by train, subway, and bus

159Weekly Services

4h 55mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.3 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Market Place via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, Kings Lynn, and Railway Station in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, KLM flies from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI) twice daily.

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