What is the cheapest way to get from Russell Square to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Russell Square to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs £10 - £20 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Russell Square to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Russell Square to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £50 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Russell Square and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Russell Square to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Museum Street and arriving at Kingsway GD via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Russell Square and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Russell Square station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Tottenham Court Road Station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Russell Square to Cardiff?

The distance between Russell Square and Cardiff is 147 miles. The road distance is 150.5 miles.

How do I travel from Russell Square to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Russell Square to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £50 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Russell Square to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Russell Square to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Russell Square to Cardiff bus from?

Russell Square to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Russell Square to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Russell Square to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Russell Square to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £40 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Russell Square to Cardiff bus arrive?

Russell Square to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Russell Square to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Russell Square to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Russell Square to Cardiff is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Russell Square to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Russell Square to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Russell Square to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Russell Square and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Russell Square to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Russell Square to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, subway, 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 CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 30m
£52–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GDUk042 / ...
4h 34m
£10–38
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cardiff148.4 mi
3h 7m
£10–20
Subway, bus
1. Take the subway from Russell Square station to Heathrow Terminal 5 stationPiccadilly
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
5h
£14–46
Drive 149.6 mi
1. Drive from Russell Square to Cardiff149.6 mi
2h 49m
£37–53

Russell Square to Cardiff by train

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.6 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Russell Square, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–120 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GD every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–22 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route every 2 hours.

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