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

The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 57m.

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 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Tonbridge and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonbridge station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Redhill Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff - North Road via Gatwick Airport South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

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 21m.

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 21m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m 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 FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Tonbridge to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Tonbridge to Cardiff bus arrive?

Tonbridge to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff - North Road 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 8m to drive from Tonbridge to Cardiff.

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

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Tonbridge to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 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 Crosstrain Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 21m
£77–138
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940
6h 57m
£34–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Bridgetrain Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
5h 22m
£42–75
Drive 176.1 mi
1. Drive from Tonbridge to Cardiffcar 176.1 mi
3h 8m
£45–64
Fly from London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LGW - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 39m
£105–242
Train to London City Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LCY - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 45m
£273–383

Tonbridge to Cardiff by train and subway

190Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Cardiff - North Road hourly. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 5h 10m.

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