What is the cheapest way to get from London to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from London to Cardiff University is to bus and line 30 bus which costs £8 - £28 and takes 4h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from London to Cardiff University is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between London and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Kingsway GR. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between London and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from London to Cardiff University?

The distance between London and Cardiff University is 146 miles. The road distance is 149.7 miles.

How do I travel from London to Cardiff University without a car?

The best way to get from London to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from London to Cardiff University?

The train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the London to Cardiff University bus from?

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

Where do I catch the London to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train or bus from London to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from London to Cardiff University is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £27 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the London to Cardiff University bus arrive?

London to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway GR station.

Where does the London to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from London to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Cardiff University is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from London to Cardiff University.

How do I get a train ticket from London to Cardiff University?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London to Cardiff University?

Book your London to Cardiff University bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

There are 1577+ hotels available in Cardiff University.

Can I share a ride from London to Cardiff University?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London and Cardiff University. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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

There are 5 ways to get from London to Cardiff University by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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 London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 2m
£40–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GRbus 509 / ...
3h 52m
£7–27
Drive 148.8 mi
1. Drive from London to Cardiff Universitycar 148.8 mi
2h 47m
£37–53
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 15 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14bus 30
4h 38m
£9–28
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cardiffrideshare 148.4 mi
3h 27m
£10–20

London to Cardiff University by train and foot

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2h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 144.7 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between London, England and Cardiff University, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GR hourly. Tickets cost £7–27 and the journey takes 3h 35m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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