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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Cardiff is to bus which costs £15 - £28 and takes 5h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £65 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Kingsway GD via Watford Junction station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Cardiff Central via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Cardiff?

The distance between Harpenden and Cardiff is 174 miles. The road distance is 146.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Harpenden to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Cardiff bus from?

Harpenden to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Cardiff train from?

Harpenden to Cardiff train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Harpenden station.

Train or bus from Harpenden to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £28 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Harpenden to Cardiff bus arrive?

Harpenden to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Harpenden to Cardiff train arrive?

Harpenden to Cardiff train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Harpenden to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Cardiff is 147 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Harpenden to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Harpenden 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 Harpenden to FarringdonLuton - Sutton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 7m
£66–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
5h 46m
£15–28
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Cardiff146 mi
3h 12m
£36–52
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North RoadUk940 / ...
6h 26m
£15–28

Harpenden to Cardiff by train

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3h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Harpenden to Cardiff Central via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, and London Paddington in around 3h 7m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GD every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £10–23 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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