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

The cheapest way to get from Slough to Cardiff University is to bus via Heathrow Terminal 5 which costs £12 - £24 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slough to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Slough and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct bus from Slough to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street Stop B and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Slough and Cardiff University?

No, there is no direct train from Slough to Cardiff University. However, there are services departing from Slough and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Slough to Cardiff University?

The distance between Slough and Cardiff University is 127 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Slough to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Slough to Cardiff University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Slough to Cardiff University bus from?

Slough to Cardiff University bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Slough to Cardiff University train from?

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

Train or bus from Slough to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Slough to Cardiff University is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £45 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Slough to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Slough to Cardiff University bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Slough to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Slough to Cardiff University?

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

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Slough to Cardiff University by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 22m
£45–125
Bus via Heathrow Terminal 5
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
4h 52m
£12–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h 6m
£14–41
Drive 127.6 mi
1. Drive from Slough to Cardiff University127.6 mi
2h 13m
£32–46

Slough to Cardiff University by train and foot

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2h 22mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.6 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–110 and the journey takes 1h 24m. 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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