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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Thame is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

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 26m and costs £27 - £40.

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 5h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Thame?

The distance between Cardiff and Thame is 130 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 which takes 3h 28m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 train which takes 3h 28m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 5h 19m.

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 26m to drive from Cardiff to Thame.

Where can I stay near Thame?

There are 1445+ hotels available in Thame.

Cardiff to Thame - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 400 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Oxford to Haddenham & Thame Parkwaytrain Oxford - London Marylebone / ...
3h 28m
£55–104
Drive 112.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Thamecar 112.8 mi
2h 26m
£28–41
Train, bus, line 400 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swindontrain
2. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Market Placebus S6
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Osney Islandbus S6
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Town Hallbus 400
4h 23m
£38–69
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Didcot Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Parkway Station to Speedwell Streetbus X2 / ...
4h 18m
£58–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Lewknor Turn M40 J6bus Oxf
5h 19m
£36–74

Cardiff to Thame by train and bus

153Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Thame.

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

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 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Town Hall via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Lewknor Turn M40 J6 in around 5h 19m.

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