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

The cheapest way to get from Hammersmith to Cardiff is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station which costs £13 - £30 and takes 4h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hammersmith to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Hammersmith and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hammersmith Broadway and arriving at University RE. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Hammersmith and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Hammersmith to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Hammersmith and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Hammersmith to Cardiff?

The distance between Hammersmith and Cardiff is 149 miles. The road distance is 145.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hammersmith to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Hammersmith to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hammersmith to Cardiff bus from?

Hammersmith to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hammersmith Broadway station.

Where do I catch the Hammersmith to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Hammersmith to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Hammersmith to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 3h.

Where does the Hammersmith to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hammersmith to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hammersmith to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Hammersmith to Cardiff is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Hammersmith to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1522+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 27m
£42–123
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
4h 47m
£14–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hammersmith Broadway to University RE507 / ...
3h
£23–35
Drive 144.2 mi
1. Drive from Hammersmith to Cardiff144.2 mi
2h 32m
£36–52

Hammersmith to Cardiff by bus

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–120 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Hammersmith Broadway to University RE 3 times a day. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 3h.

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