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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Cardiff is to bus which costs £11 - £24 and takes 5h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Guildford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Guildford station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Guildford station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Guildford to Cardiff?

The distance between Guildford and Cardiff is 135 miles. The road distance is 135.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Guildford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Cardiff bus from?

Guildford to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Guildford station.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Cardiff train from?

Guildford to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Guildford station.

Train or bus from Guildford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Guildford to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 38m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Heathrow Terminal 2, which costs and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Guildford to Cardiff bus arrive?

Guildford to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Guildford to Cardiff train arrive?

Guildford to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Cardiff is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Guildford to Cardiff.

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

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Guildford to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Guildford to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to ReadingGatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 38m
£54–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
5h 37m
£11–24
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Guildford station to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra2
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h 53m
Drive 135 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Cardiff135 mi
2h 30m
£34–48

Guildford to Cardiff by train

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2h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 134.6 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Cardiff Central via Reading in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Guildford station to Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 4h 53m.

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