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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Swanley is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £22 - £45 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Swanley is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Swanley?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Swanley. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Swanley via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swanley?

The distance between Cardiff and Swanley is 168 miles. The road distance is 165.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swanley without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Cardiff to Swanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swanley train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Swanley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swanley is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swanley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Swanley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Swanley is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Cardiff to Swanley.

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

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Where can I stay near Swanley?

There are 6728+ hotels available in Swanley.

Cardiff to Swanley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Swanley 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 / ...
3h 11m
£74–147
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
4h 43m
£23–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 35m
£36–85
Drive 164.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swanleycar 164.7 mi
3h 22m
£40–58
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane BRS - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain
6h 49m
£70–212

Cardiff to Swanley by train and subway

195Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Swanley, Kent, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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