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

The cheapest way to get from Kew to Cardiff is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 which costs £13 - £26 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kew to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Kew and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Kew to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Watermans Centre and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Kew and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Kew station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Kew Gardens station and arriving at Cardiff Central via Earl's Court station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Kew to Cardiff?

The distance between Kew and Cardiff is 153 miles. The road distance is 142.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kew to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Kew to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kew to Cardiff bus from?

Kew to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kew to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Kew to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Kew to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £45 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Kew to Cardiff bus arrive?

Kew to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Kew to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kew to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Kew to Cardiff is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Kew to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Kew 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 54m
£48–124
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
4h 58m
£13–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
3h 51m
£15–42
Drive 141.8 mi
1. Drive from Kew to Cardiff141.8 mi
2h 28m
£35–51
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Ealing Broadway to ReadingElizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 25m
£62–182

Kew to Cardiff by bus

169Weekly Buses

3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 151.6 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–120 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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