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 £24 - £45 and takes 4h 42m.

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 4m and costs £75 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Swanley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Swanley station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

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 London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Swanley?

The distance between Cardiff and Swanley is 166 miles. The road distance is 165.9 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 4m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Cardiff to Swanley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Swanley bus from?

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

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, bus or fly from Cardiff to Swanley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Swanley is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 4h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,100 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Cardiff to Swanley bus arrive?

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

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 23m to drive from Cardiff to Swanley.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Swanley?

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

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There are 7 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 4m
£75–153
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
4h 42m
£25–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
4h 34m
£38–87
Drive 164.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Swanleycar 164.9 mi
3h 23m
£41–58
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
6h 36m
£281–1,019
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
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 48m
£99–277
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London City Airport
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
6h 54m
£212–475

Cardiff to Swanley by train and bus

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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 £65–120 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals hourly. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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