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

The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Cardiff is to bus which costs £28 - £75 and takes 4h 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 50m and costs £50 - £100.

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 50m.

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 50m and costs £50 - £100.

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

The train from Maidenhead to Cardiff Central takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs once a week.

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 50m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 4h 11m.

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 - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 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 50m
£50–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
4h 11m
£29–73
Drive 123.5 mi
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Cardiffcar 123.5 mi
2h 11m
£31–45
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 3m
£50–106

Maidenhead to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

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 £50–100 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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