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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Cardiff is to bus via Watford Junction station which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 30m.

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 2h 57m and costs £75 - £150.

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 Cardiff North Road via Watford Junction station and London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

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 2h 57m.

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 2h 57m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m 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 London Heathrow Airport 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 2h 57m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Harpenden to Cardiff bus arrive?

Harpenden to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road 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 14m 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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 57m
£75–149
Bus via Watford Junction station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 30m
£17–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton DART Parkway to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
5h 33m
£31–75
Drive 146 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Cardiffcar 146 mi
3h 14m
£36–52

Harpenden to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Harpenden to Sophia Gardens via Luton Airport Parkway, Luton DART Parkway, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 33m.

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