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

The cheapest way to get from Purley to Cardiff is to bus via Gatwick Airport South Terminal which costs £24 - £50 and takes 6h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Purley to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Purley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Purley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Purley and arriving at Cardiff Central via Farringdon Without and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Purley to Cardiff?

The distance between Purley and Cardiff is 164 miles. The road distance is 153.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purley to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Purley to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purley to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Purley to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Purley to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 45m, you could also fly, which costs £310 - £600 and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Purley to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Purley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Purley to Cardiff is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Purley to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Purley to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Purley to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 30m
£70–140
Bus via Gatwick Airport South Terminal
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
6h 24m
£25–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
4h 45m
£35–83
Drive 152.6 mi
1. Drive from Purley to Cardiffcar 152.6 mi
3h 1m
£38–54
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 23m
£63–197
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Redhill to Readingtrain Gatwick Airport - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 6m
£69–137
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 41m
£319–591
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 28m
£309–546

Purley to Cardiff by train

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3h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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