What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £10 - £29 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Watford Junction station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Watford Junction station via Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Watford Junction?

The distance between Cardiff and Watford Junction is 163 miles. The road distance is 145.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Watford Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 23m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Watford Junction bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Watford Junction bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Watford Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Watford Junction is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Watford Junction.

Where can I stay near Watford Junction?

There are 20083+ hotels available in Watford Junction.

Cardiff to Watford Junction - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 3Ra1
3h 23m
£61–128
Bus via Kingsway GD
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk940 / ...
4h 23m
£10–29
Drive 144.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Watford Junction144.7 mi
2h 45m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
3h 32m
£13–40

Cardiff to Watford Junction by train and bus

199Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Watford Junction.

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Distance: 161.8 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Watford Junction, England?

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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