What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross (Station) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Whitehall / Trafalgar Square and arriving at University RE via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross (Station) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross (Station) station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Charing Cross station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

The distance between Charing Cross (Station) and Cardiff is 148 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

How do I travel from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff bus from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train, bus or fly from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £40 and takes 4h 11m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £600 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Can I share a ride from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Charing Cross (Station) and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 33m
£42–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University RE507 / ...
4h 11m
£10–37
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cardiff148.4 mi
3h 10m
£10–20
Fly
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
6h 10m
£218–564
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
5h 21m
£14–29
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff148.8 mi
2h 46m
£37–53

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff by foot, subway, and train

201Weekly Services

2h 33mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Charing Cross (Station), Greater London, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–120 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £8–28 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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