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

The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidenhead to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Maidenhead and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidenhead to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Market Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Maidenhead and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Maidenhead and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 49m.

How far is it from Maidenhead to Cardiff?

The distance between Maidenhead and Cardiff is 121 miles. The road distance is 124.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £150.

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

The train from Maidenhead to Cardiff Central takes 1h 49m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Cardiff bus from?

Maidenhead to Cardiff bus services, operated by Thames Valley Buses, depart from Market Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Maidenhead to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 49m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can line 704 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Maidenhead to Cardiff bus arrive?

Maidenhead to Cardiff bus services, operated by Thames Valley Buses, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Maidenhead to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidenhead to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidenhead to Cardiff is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Maidenhead to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Maidenhead to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, line 704 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Cardiff Central
1h 49m
£50–150
Drive 123.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Cardiffcar 123.5 mi
2h 11m
£31–44
Line 704 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 704
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
4h 29m
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 9m
£35–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDbus Uk940
5h 2m

Maidenhead to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 1h 49m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Maidenhead to Cardiff Central once a week. Tickets cost £50–150 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Street to Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 4h 29m.

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