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

The cheapest way to get from Grays to Cardiff is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £35 - £100 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grays to Cardiff is to subway and train which takes 3h 30m and costs £70 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Grays and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Grays to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Grays and arriving at Cardiff Central via West Ham station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Grays to Cardiff?

The distance between Grays and Cardiff is 170 miles. The road distance is 172 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grays to Cardiff without a car is to subway and train which takes 3h 30m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Grays to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grays to Cardiff train from?

Grays to Cardiff train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from West Ham station.

Bus or fly from Grays to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Grays to Cardiff is to bus which takes 4h 54m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £250 - £850 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Grays to Cardiff train arrive?

Grays to Cardiff train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at Paddington station.

Can I drive from Grays to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Grays to Cardiff is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Grays to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Grays to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Grays to Cardiff by subway, train, bus, car, or plane

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from West Ham station to Paddingtonsubway Hammersmith & City
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 30m
£72–152
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 10m
£38–98
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
4h 54m
£42–103
Drive 171 mi
1. Drive from Grays to Cardiffcar 171 mi
3h 31m
£43–62
Fly 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 26m
£285–702
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
7h 59m
£253–823

Grays to Cardiff by train and subway

205Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, KLM and British Airways fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 6 times a week.

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