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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Southwark to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £60 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Southwark and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Southwark to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road and arriving at University RE via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Southwark and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Southwark station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Lambeth North station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Southwark to Cardiff?

The distance between Southwark and Cardiff is 149 miles. The road distance is 151 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southwark to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Southwark to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Cardiff bus from?

Southwark to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Southwark to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Southwark to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Southwark to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 11m, you could also fly, which costs £280 - £1,100 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Southwark to Cardiff bus arrive?

Southwark to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Southwark to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southwark to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Southwark to Cardiff is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Southwark to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Southwark to Cardiff?

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

Southwark to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Southwark to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 35m
£62–112
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cardiffrideshare 148.4 mi
3h 7m
£10–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
4h 11m
£23–41
Fly
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
5h 43m
£280–1,014
Bus via St George's Circus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
4h 44m
£19–28
Drive 150.1 mi
1. Drive from Southwark to Cardiffcar 150.1 mi
2h 52m
£37–54

London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) flights

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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