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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Thame is to bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Thame is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Thame?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Thame. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Lewknor Turn M40 J6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Thame?

The distance between Cardiff and Thame is 118 miles. The road distance is 113.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Thame without a car is to train and line 400 bus which takes 3h 18m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Cardiff to Thame, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Thame bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Thame?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Thame is to bus which takes 4h 44m and costs £18 - £50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff to Thame bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Thame?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Thame is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Cardiff to Thame.

Where can I stay near Thame?

There are 1355+ hotels available in Thame.

Cardiff to Thame - 5 ways to travel via train, line 400 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Thame by train, bus, or car

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

Train, line 400 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwindonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Town Hall400 / ...
3h 18m
£51–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Lewknor Turn M40 J6Oxf
4h 44m
£19–46
Drive 112.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Thame112.8 mi
2h 25m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwindonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Oxford to Haddenham & Thame ParkwayOxford - Gerrards Cross / ...
3h 23m
£52–134
Train, bus, line 400 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to West Street801
3. Take the bus from West Street to Railway StationS3
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Town Hall400
6h 21m
£23–42

Cardiff to Thame by train and bus

190Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.4 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Lewknor Turn M40 J6 in around 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cricket Ground via Swindon, Didcot Parkway, Oxford, Haddenham & Thame Parkway, and Station Bridge in around 3h 23m.

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