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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swaffham is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 26m.

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 26m 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 35m.

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 5h 2m and costs £110 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m 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 5h 2m and costs £110 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £150 and takes 9h 35m, you could also fly, which costs £250 - £700 and takes 8h 4m.

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 26m to drive from Cardiff to Swaffham.

Where can I stay near Swaffham?

There are 208+ hotels available in Swaffham.

Cardiff to Swaffham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 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 Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Kings Lynntrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn
5h 2m
£113–238
Drive 216.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swaffhamcar 216.2 mi
4h 26m
£54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Kings Lynntrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn
7h 17m
£76–182
Train to Bristol Airport, fly
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
7h 18m
£105–696
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Elytrain
3. Take the train from Ely to Kings Lynntrain
6h 46m
£137–209
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
9h 35m
£59–141
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
8h 4m
£252–670

Cardiff to Swaffham by train, subway, and bus

171Weekly Services

5h 2mAverage Duration

£113Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Swaffham.

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Distance: 259.3 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Kings Arms via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Market Place in around 9h 35m.

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