What is the cheapest way to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £10 - £23 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Staines-upon-Thames and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Staines-upon-Thames station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Elmsleigh Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Staines-upon-Thames and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Staines and arriving at Cardiff Central via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff?

The distance between Staines-upon-Thames and Cardiff is 134 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

How do I travel from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff bus from?

Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff train from?

Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Staines station.

Train or bus from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £40 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff bus arrive?

Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff train arrive?

Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff?

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Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Staines to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 36m
£51–146
Bus via Kingsway GD
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
4h 29m
£10–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h 17m
£11–40
Drive 130.9 mi
1. Drive from Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff130.9 mi
2h 26m
£32–46

Staines-upon-Thames to Cardiff by train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132.9 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Staines-upon-Thames, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Staines to Cardiff Central via Reading in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £11–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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