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

The cheapest way to get from Swanley to Cardiff is to bus via Queensway Q1 which costs £16 - £50 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swanley to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £50 - £160.

Is there a direct train between Swanley and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Swanley to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Swanley and arriving at Cardiff Central via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Swanley to Cardiff?

The distance between Swanley and Cardiff is 164 miles. The road distance is 165.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swanley to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Swanley to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swanley to Cardiff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Swanley to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Swanley to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Queensway Q1, which costs £16 - £50 and takes 4h 27m, you could also fly, which costs £220 - £700 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Swanley to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swanley to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Swanley to Cardiff is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Swanley to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Swanley to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Swanley to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Swanley to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 10m
£54–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University RE507 / ...
4h 39m
£14–49
Bus via Queensway Q1
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Queensway Q1Uk042 / ...
4h 27m
£16–50
Drive 164.3 mi
1. Drive from Swanley to Cardiff164.3 mi
3h 17m
£41–59
Fly London City Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
6h 15m
£223–684
Fly London City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LCY - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 32m
£237–547
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LGW - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 27m
£89–209
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LGW - CWL
6h 41m
£85–306

Swanley to Cardiff by train and subway

93Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.5 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Swanley, Kent, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–130 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Queensway Q1 every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–26 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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