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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Theale is to bus which costs £10 - £29 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Theale is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Theale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Theale. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at The Crown via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and St Marys Butts. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Theale?

The distance between Cardiff and Theale is 116 miles. The road distance is 105.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Theale without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Cardiff to Theale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Theale bus from?

Cardiff to Theale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Cardiff to Theale bus arrive?

Cardiff to Theale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Theale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Theale is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Theale.

Where can I stay near Theale?

There are 1027+ hotels available in Theale.

Cardiff to Theale - 3 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Theale 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 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Friar Street to The Crown1
2h 14m
£35–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Mereoak Lane - Park & RideUk042
3h 55m
£11–28
Drive 104.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Theale104.8 mi
1h 51m
£27–38

Cardiff to Theale by train and bus

188Weekly Services

2h 14mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 114.9 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Theale, West Berkshire, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride every 3 hours. Tickets cost £8–27 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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