What is the cheapest way to get from Chessington to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Chessington to Cardiff is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £15 - £29 and takes 4h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chessington to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Chessington to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Chessington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Chessington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Parbury Rise and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Kingston Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Chessington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Chessington to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Chessington North and arriving at Cardiff Central via Wimbledon station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h.

How far is it from Chessington to Cardiff?

The distance between Chessington and Cardiff is 159 miles. The road distance is 142.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chessington to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Chessington to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Chessington to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h to get from Chessington to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chessington to Cardiff bus from?

Chessington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chessington to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Chessington to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Chessington to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Chessington to Cardiff bus arrive?

Chessington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Chessington to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chessington to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Chessington to Cardiff is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Chessington to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Chessington to Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h
£43–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h 22m
£16–45
Drive 142 mi
1. Drive from Chessington to Cardiff142 mi
2h 47m
£36–52
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Richmond (London) to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 52m
£47–155
Bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940
4h 48m
£16–29

Chessington to Cardiff by train and subway

201Weekly Services

3hAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.3 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between Chessington, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–120 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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