What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Windsor Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Windsor Castle is to bus which costs £17 - £29 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Windsor Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Windsor Castle is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £55 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Windsor Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Windsor Castle. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Windsor Castle via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Wellington Street Stop H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Windsor Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Windsor Castle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Windsor & Eton Central via Reading and Slough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Windsor Castle?

The distance between Cardiff and Windsor Castle is 130 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Windsor Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Windsor Castle without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Windsor Castle?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Windsor Castle bus from?

Cardiff to Windsor Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Windsor Castle train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Windsor Castle?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Windsor Castle is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Wellington Street Stop H, which costs £28 - £65 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Windsor Castle bus arrive?

Cardiff to Windsor Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Heathrow Airport T5 - station.

Where does the Cardiff to Windsor Castle train arrive?

Cardiff to Windsor Castle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Windsor Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Windsor Castle is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Cardiff to Windsor Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Windsor Castle?

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Where can I stay near Windsor Castle?

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Cardiff to Windsor Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Windsor Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 14m
£57–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport T5 -bus Uk940
4h 50m
£17–29
Bus via Wellington Street Stop H
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
3h 53m
£28–64
Drive 127.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Windsor Castlecar 127.5 mi
2h 17m
£31–45

Cardiff to Windsor Castle by train and foot

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2h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.9 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Windsor Castle, Windsor and Maidenhead, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £45–95 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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