What is the cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff is to bus which costs £9 - £28 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Elephant and Castle and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from London College of Comm and arriving at University RE via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Elephant and Castle and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Elephant and Castle station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Elephant & Castle station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff?

The distance between Elephant and Castle and Cardiff is 150 miles. The road distance is 150.7 miles.

How do I travel from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Cardiff bus from?

Elephant and Castle to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Elephant and Castle to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £28 and takes 4h 23m, you could also fly, which costs £220 - £650 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Cardiff bus arrive?

Elephant and Castle to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Elephant and Castle to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Elephant and Castle to Cardiff is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff?

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Elephant and Castle to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff 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 32m
£37–123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University RE507 / ...
4h 23m
£9–28
Drive 149.9 mi
1. Drive from Elephant and Castle to Cardiff149.9 mi
2h 50m
£38–55
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
6h 13m
£228–615
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
5h 4m
£15–30
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 20m
£233–453

Elephant and Castle to Cardiff by subway and train

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2h 32mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.9 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Elephant and Castle, Greater London, 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 London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £9–28 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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