What is the cheapest way to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Crystal Palace and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Crystal Palace station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Crystal Palace Bus Station and arriving at University RE via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Crystal Palace and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Crystal Palace to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Crystal Palace and arriving at Cardiff Central via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Crystal Palace to Cardiff?

The distance between Crystal Palace and Cardiff is 158 miles. The road distance is 154.9 miles.

How do I travel from Crystal Palace to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Crystal Palace to Cardiff bus from?

Crystal Palace to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Crystal Palace to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Crystal Palace to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Sloane Square, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 4h 34m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,200 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Crystal Palace to Cardiff bus arrive?

Crystal Palace to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Crystal Palace to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Crystal Palace to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Crystal Palace to Cardiff is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Crystal Palace to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Crystal Palace to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Crystal Palace to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Crystal Palace to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 2m
£67–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
4h 50m
£21–32
Bus via Sloane Square
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
4h 34m
£25–43
Drive 154 mi
1. Drive from Crystal Palace to Cardiffcar 154 mi
2h 59m
£39–56
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 13m
£285–1,121
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Readingtrain London Waterloo - Reading
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 43m
£62–119
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 29m
£265–375
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 4m
£89–215

Crystal Palace to Cardiff by train and subway

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Crystal Palace, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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