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

The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff is to bus via Crawley which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Tonbridge and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonbridge to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Castle and arriving at University RE via King Street and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Tonbridge and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Tonbridge to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Tonbridge and arriving at Cardiff Central via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Tonbridge to Cardiff?

The distance between Tonbridge and Cardiff is 178 miles. The road distance is 177.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Cardiff bus from?

Tonbridge to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Cardiff train from?

Tonbridge to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Tonbridge station.

Train, bus or fly from Tonbridge to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Crawley, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 22m, you could also fly, which costs £80 - £370 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Tonbridge to Cardiff bus arrive?

Tonbridge to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Tonbridge to Cardiff train arrive?

Tonbridge to Cardiff train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Tonbridge to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonbridge to Cardiff is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Tonbridge to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Charing CrossTunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 13m
£55–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoria814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University RE507 / ...
6h 59m
£26–55
Bus via Crawley
1. Take the bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940
6h 22m
£32–49
Drive 176.1 mi
1. Drive from Tonbridge to Cardiff176.1 mi
3h 6m
£45–64
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 17m
£82–239
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
6h 40m
£236–657
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LGW - CWL
6h 44m
£83–370
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 43m
£240–496

Tonbridge to Cardiff by train and subway

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3h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Tonbridge to Cardiff Central via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, and London Paddington in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from North Terminal Bus Station to Kingsway GD every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £21–30 and the journey takes 4h 55m.

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