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

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station which costs £16 - £35 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £50 - £140.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Charing Cross and arriving at Prospect Place via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross station to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Charing Cross station and arriving at Cogan via London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

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

The distance between Charing Cross and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 151 miles. The road distance is 153.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

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

Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, depart from Charing Cross station.

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

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

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

The best way to get from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £50 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £45 and takes 5h 25m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £700 and takes 5h 56m.

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

Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

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

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

Can I drive from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water).

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1566+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 54m
£50–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charing Cross to Heathrow Central Bus StationN9
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
5h 25m
£16–45
Drive 152.7 mi
1. Drive from Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water)152.7 mi
2h 58m
£38–55
Fly
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
5h 56m
£217–661
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
5h 51m
£16–30

Charing Cross to Cardiff Bay (Water) by subway and train

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Distance: 149.9 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–130 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Charing Cross to Prospect Place via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 5h 25m.

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