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

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Cardiff is to bus which costs £11 - £40 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £40 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station and arriving at University RE via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington and Cardiff?

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 Paddington to Cardiff?

The distance between Paddington and Cardiff is 145 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £40 - £110.

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

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Paddington to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Paddington to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £40 and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Paddington to Cardiff bus arrive?

Paddington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Paddington to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paddington to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Cardiff is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Paddington to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Paddington to Cardiff?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Paddington 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 London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 54m
£40–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
4h 11m
£12–39
Drive 146.7 mi
1. Drive from Paddington to Cardiffcar 146.7 mi
2h 46m
£36–52
Bus via Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
4h 44m
£23–52

Paddington to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 144.2 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Paddington, England and Cardiff, 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 University RE hourly. Tickets cost £8–35 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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