What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £14 - £28 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Cardiff Central via Harrow & Wealdstone station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Cardiff?

The distance between Watford Junction and Cardiff is 161 miles. The road distance is 145 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Cardiff bus from?

Watford Junction to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, depart from Watford Junction station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Watford Junction to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £45 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Cardiff bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Cardiff bus services, operated by First Berkshire & The Thames Valley, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Cardiff is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Watford Junction to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford Junction to Cardiff?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Watford Junction to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 57m
£41–122
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 17m
£14–28
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 3bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 3 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
3. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff Centraltrain
3h 55m
Drive 144.2 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Cardiffcar 144.2 mi
2h 45m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra3
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3h 59m
£16–43

Watford Junction to Cardiff by train and subway

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 160.2 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–110 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watford Junction station to Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 3h 59m.

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