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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tonbridge is to bus and train which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tonbridge is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £80 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Tonbridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tonbridge. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Springwell Road via Victoria Coach Station and Blackfriars Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Tonbridge?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Tonbridge. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Tonbridge via Paddington station and London Charing Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tonbridge?

The distance between Cardiff and Tonbridge is 178 miles. The road distance is 178.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tonbridge without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Cardiff to Tonbridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tonbridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tonbridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Tonbridge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tonbridge is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Cardiff to Tonbridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Tonbridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tonbridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tonbridge is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Tonbridge.

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

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Where can I stay near Tonbridge?

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Cardiff to Tonbridge - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Tonbridge 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 / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Tonbridgetrain London Charing Cross - Tunbridge Wells / ...
3h 2m
£82–161
Bus, train
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1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Charing Crossbus N9
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Tonbridgetrain
6h 2m
£34–61
Drive 177.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tonbridgecar 177.7 mi
3h 10m
£44–63
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
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
6h 48m
£89–201
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackfriars Station to Springwell Roadbus 788 / ...
6h 8m
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Tonbridgetrain
7h 21m
£292–691

Cardiff to Tonbridge by train and subway

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3h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Tonbridge via London Paddington, Paddington station, Charing Cross station, and London Charing Cross in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Springwell Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, Victoria Coach Station, Victoria Station, Victoria station, Blackfriars station, and Blackfriars Station in around 6h 8m.

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