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

The cheapest way to get from Rayleigh to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rayleigh to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £80 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Rayleigh and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Rayleigh to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from The Library and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Coach Station and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Rayleigh and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Rayleigh to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rayleigh and arriving at Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Rayleigh to Cardiff?

The distance between Rayleigh and Cardiff is 183 miles. The road distance is 186.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Rayleigh to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Cardiff bus from?

Rayleigh to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rayleigh to Cardiff train from?

Rayleigh to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Rayleigh station.

Train or bus from Rayleigh to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Rayleigh to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Rayleigh to Cardiff bus arrive?

Rayleigh to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Rayleigh to Cardiff train arrive?

Rayleigh to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Rayleigh to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rayleigh to Cardiff is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Rayleigh to Cardiff.

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

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Rayleigh to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Rayleigh to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 21m
£80–144
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
6h 49m
£34–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940
6h 44m
£50–88
Drive 185.5 mi
1. Drive from Rayleigh to Cardiffcar 185.5 mi
3h 44m
£46–66
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 16m
£291–982
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Rayleigh to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 40m
£270–366
Fly London Southend Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Southend Airport (SEN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane SEN - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 43m
£57–257

Rayleigh to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 181.7 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Rayleigh to Cardiff Central via Stratford and London Paddington in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Library to Sophia Gardens via Bus Station, Coach Station, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 49m.

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