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 which costs £15 - £60 and takes 5h 24m.

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 6m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and West Malling?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to West Malling. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Town Hill via London Victoria and Chequers Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

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 34m.

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 which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Cardiff to West Malling, including transfers.

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

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

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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to West Malling?

The best way to get from Cardiff to West Malling is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to West Malling bus arrive?

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

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 6m 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?

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Cardiff to West Malling - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to West Malling by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to West MallingLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
3h 34m
£48–125
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London VictoriaUk042 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to West MallingLondon Victoria - Ashford International / ...
5h 24m
£15–57
Drive 179.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to West Malling179.9 mi
3h 6m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to King Street814
7h 19m
£25–52

Cardiff to West Malling by train and subway

142Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Town Hill via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, King Street, and Chequers Bus Station in around 7h 19m.

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