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

The cheapest way to get from Ilford to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilford to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Ilford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ilford Broadway and arriving at University RE via Tottenham Court Road Station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Ilford and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Ilford to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ilford and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Ilford to Cardiff?

The distance between Ilford and Cardiff is 157 miles. The road distance is 161.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilford to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Ilford to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Cardiff bus from?

Ilford to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Ilford to Cardiff train from?

Ilford to Cardiff train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Ilford station.

Train or bus from Ilford to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ilford to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Ilford to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Ilford to Cardiff train arrive?

Ilford to Cardiff train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Ilford to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilford to Cardiff is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Ilford to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 844+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Ilford to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Ilford to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ilford to London Paddingtontrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 53m
Drive 160.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ilford to Cardiffcar 160.9 mi
3h 15m
£40–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ilford to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train Shenfield - Heathrow Terminal 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 23m
Fly, 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 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 52m

London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS) flights

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3h 40mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ilford to Cardiff.

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Distance: 156.1 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Ilford to Cardiff Central via London Paddington in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly, and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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