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

The cheapest way to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff is to train and bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £24 - £70 and takes 7h 1m.

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 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 16m.

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 16m and costs £50 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonbridge to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or fly from Tonbridge to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Tonbridge to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £50 - £160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £75 - £270 and takes 6h 31m.

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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Where can I stay near 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 Crosstrain Tunbridge Wells - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 16m
£53–157
Train, bus
cheapest
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 9m
£19–87
Drive 176.1 mi
1. Drive from Tonbridge to Cardiffcar 176.1 mi
3h 8m
£43–62
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Bristol 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 20m
£49–185
Train, bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Charing Crosstrain
2. Take the bus from Trafalgar Square to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus N9
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus
7h 1m
£25–70
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Tonbridge to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
6h 23m
£257–709
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LGW - CWL
6h 31m
£78–269
Train to London City Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, 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 47m
£278–675

Tonbridge to Cardiff by train and bus

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5h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 176.6 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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 16m. Alternatively, Ryanair, easyJet, and KLM fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) once daily.

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