What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to West Malling?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to West Malling is to bus and train via Cardiff North Road which costs £30 - £50 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to West Malling?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to West Malling is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and West Malling?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to West Malling. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at West Malling via Paddington station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to West Malling?

The distance between Cardiff and West Malling is 184 miles. The road distance is 180.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to West Malling without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to West Malling without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 29m and costs £95 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to West Malling?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Cardiff to West Malling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to West Malling train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to West Malling train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to West Malling?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to West Malling is 181 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Cardiff to West Malling.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to West Malling?

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Where can I stay near West Malling?

There are 1415+ hotels available in West Malling.

Cardiff to West Malling - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to West Mallingtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
3h 29m
£97–170
Bus, train via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Victoriabus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to West Mallingtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 15m
£31–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 507 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to West Mallingtrain London Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 5m
£42–60
Drive 179.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to West Mallingcar 179.9 mi
3h 8m
£45–64
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Charing Cross to West Mallingtrain London Charing Cross - Maidstone East / ...
3h 38m
£97–168

Cardiff to West Malling by train and subway

196Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to West Malling.

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to West Malling via London Paddington, Paddington station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 29m.

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