What is the cheapest way to get from Croydon to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Cardiff University is to bus which costs £13 - £29 and takes 5h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Croydon to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from West Croydon Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Cardiff Central via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Croydon to Cardiff University?

The distance between Croydon and Cardiff University is 161 miles. The road distance is 155.6 miles.

How do I travel from Croydon to Cardiff University without a car?

The best way to get from Croydon to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £55 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Croydon to Cardiff University?

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Croydon to Cardiff University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Cardiff University bus from?

Croydon to Cardiff University bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Croydon to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Croydon to Cardiff University is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Sophia Gardens, which costs £16 - £50 and takes 5h 22m, you could also fly, which costs £230 - £600 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Croydon to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Croydon to Cardiff University bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Croydon to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Croydon to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Cardiff University is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Croydon to Cardiff University.

How do I get a train ticket from Croydon to Cardiff University?

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Croydon to Cardiff University - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Croydon to Cardiff University by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 1m
£56–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationSl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
5h 53m
£14–28
Bus via Sophia Gardens
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationSl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
5h 22m
£17–46
Drive 154.7 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Cardiff University154.7 mi
2h 57m
£39–57
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
6h 27m
£233–577
Fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 30m
£237–466

Croydon to Cardiff University by train and foot

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3h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Croydon, England and Cardiff University, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Cardiff University via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 in around 5h 22m.

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