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 39m and costs £45 - £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 St George's Circus and arriving at University RE via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

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 39m.

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 39m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m 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 39m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 4h 24m, you could also fly, which costs £210 - £700 and takes 5h 50m.

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 50m to drive from Southwark to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1547+ 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

There are 6 ways to get from Southwark to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, plane, 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 39m
£47–113
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cardiff148.4 mi
3h 7m
£10–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University RE507 / ...
4h 24m
£18–40
Fly
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
5h 50m
£217–664
Bus via Heathrow Central Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
4h 42m
£14–33
Drive 150.1 mi
1. Drive from Southwark to Cardiff150.1 mi
2h 50m
£37–53

Southwark to Cardiff by subway and train

205Weekly Services

2h 39mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.4 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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 £45–110 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £18–40 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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