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 10m.

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 45m and costs £55 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Maidenhead and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidenhead station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rail Station - Clocktower and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

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 45m.

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 45m and costs £55 - £200.

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

The train from Maidenhead to Cardiff Central takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Cardiff bus from?

Maidenhead to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus 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 45m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 4h.

Where does the Maidenhead to Cardiff bus arrive?

Maidenhead to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens 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 10m 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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Maidenhead to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidenhead to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Cardiff Central
1h 45m
£55–200
Drive 123.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Cardiff123.5 mi
2h 10m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h
£33–64
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 7m
£50–120

Maidenhead to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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 £55–200 and the journey takes 1h 45m. 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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