What is the cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Forest Gate to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Forest Gate to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Forest Gate and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Forest Gate to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Sprowston Road and arriving at University RE via Tottenham Court Road Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Forest Gate and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Forest Gate to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Forest Gate and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Forest Gate to Cardiff?

The distance between Forest Gate and Cardiff is 155 miles. The road distance is 157.5 miles.

How do I travel from Forest Gate to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £65 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Forest Gate to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Forest Gate to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Cardiff bus from?

Forest Gate to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Forest Gate to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Forest Gate to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Forest Gate to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Forest Gate to Cardiff bus arrive?

Forest Gate to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Forest Gate to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Forest Gate to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Forest Gate to Cardiff is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Forest Gate to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Forest Gate to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Forest Gate to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Forest Gate 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 / ...
2h 49m
£67–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 38m
£31–75
Drive 156.6 mi
1. Drive from Forest Gate to Cardiffcar 156.6 mi
3h 14m
£39–57
Fly from London City 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 4m
£290–523
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Forest Gate to Heathrow Terminal 5train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
5h 46m
£33–61
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LHR - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 30m
£76–272
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Farringdon 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
7h 2m
£68–216

Forest Gate to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 154 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Forest Gate, Greater London, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–130 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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