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

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Eastbourne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Eastbourne to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Gildredge Road and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Old Steine and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Cardiff Central via Victoria station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Cardiff?

The distance between Eastbourne and Cardiff is 216 miles. The road distance is 201.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Eastbourne to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Cardiff bus from?

Eastbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Old Steine station.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Cardiff train from?

Eastbourne to Cardiff train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Train or bus from Eastbourne to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Eastbourne to Cardiff bus arrive?

Eastbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Cardiff train arrive?

Eastbourne to Cardiff train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Cardiff is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Eastbourne to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Eastbourne to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Eastbourne to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 14m
£55–151
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Old Steine to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 025
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
6h 54m
£36–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Kingsway GDbus Uk940
6h 11m
Drive 199.9 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Cardiffcar 199.9 mi
3h 44m
£49–71
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 28m
£77–177
Train via Southampton
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Centraltrain Brighton - Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Fareham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 21m
£69–201
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LGW - CWL
6h 50m
£73–290
Train, train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Haywards Heathtrain
2. Take the train from Haywards Heath to London Bridgetrain
3. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 37m
£248–738
Train, train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Haywards Heathtrain
2. Take the train from Haywards Heath to London Bridgetrain
3. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 49m
£262–595

Eastbourne to Cardiff by train and subway

215Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Eastbourne to Cardiff.

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Distance: 214.3 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Cardiff Central via London Victoria, Victoria station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gildredge Road to Sophia Gardens via Old Steine and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 54m.

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