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

The cheapest way to get from Slough to Cardiff is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 which costs £11 - £25 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slough to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Slough and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Slough to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street Stop B and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Slough and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Slough and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Slough to Cardiff?

The distance between Slough and Cardiff is 127 miles. The road distance is 128.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Slough to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £50 - £160.

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

The train from Slough to Cardiff Central takes 1h 53m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Slough to Cardiff bus from?

Slough to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Slough to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Slough to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Slough to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 3h 43m.

Where does the Slough to Cardiff bus arrive?

Slough to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Slough to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Slough to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Slough to Cardiff is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Slough to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Slough to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Slough to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Slough to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Cardiff Central
1h 53m
£50–160
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
4h 33m
£11–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
3h 43m
£13–40
Drive 127.5 mi
1. Drive from Slough to Cardiff127.5 mi
2h 13m
£32–46
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Slough to ReadingElizabeth / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 13m
£45–125

Slough to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 126.1 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Slough to Cardiff Central once a week. Tickets cost £50–160 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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