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

The cheapest way to get from Stanwell to Cardiff is to bus via Kingsway GD which costs £11 - £25 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stanwell to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stanwell and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Stanwell to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Cargo Area and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Stanwell to Cardiff?

The distance between Stanwell and Cardiff is 164 miles. The road distance is 135.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stanwell to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Stanwell to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stanwell to Cardiff bus from?

Stanwell to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Train or bus from Stanwell to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Stanwell to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Stanwell to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stanwell to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Stanwell to Cardiff is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Stanwell to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1520+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Stanwell to Cardiff by train, bus, 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 47m
£51–165
Bus via Kingsway GD
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
4h 14m
£11–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
3h 38m
£13–40
Drive 134.8 mi
1. Drive from Stanwell to Cardiff134.8 mi
2h 22m
£34–49
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Staines to ReadingLondon Waterloo - Reading / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 31m
£58–119

Stanwell to Cardiff by bus and train

201Weekly Services

2h 47mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–120 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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