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

The cheapest way to get from Westminster to Cardiff is to bus via Newport Train Station which costs £9 - £26 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Westminster to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £35 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Westminster and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at University RE. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Westminster and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from London Paddington and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Westminster to Cardiff?

The distance between Westminster and Cardiff is 145 miles. The road distance is 149 miles.

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

The best way to get from Westminster to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £35 - £110.

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

The train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Westminster to Cardiff bus from?

Westminster to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Westminster to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Westminster to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Westminster to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £29 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Westminster to Cardiff bus arrive?

Westminster to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at University RE station.

Where does the Westminster to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Westminster to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Westminster to Cardiff is 149 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Westminster to Cardiff.

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

Book your Westminster to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Westminster to Cardiff?

Book your Westminster to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1591+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Westminster to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Westminster and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Westminster to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Westminster to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 52m
£35–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to University REbus 507 / ...
3h 30m
£9–29
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from London to Cardiffrideshare 148.4 mi
3h 7m
£10–20
Bus via Newport Train Station
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus Uk042 / ...
4h 3m
£10–26
Drive 148.1 mi
1. Drive from Westminster to Cardiffcar 148.1 mi
2h 45m
£36–52

Westminster to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 144.2 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Westminster, 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, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to University RE hourly. Tickets cost £9–29 and the journey takes 3h 30m. FlixBus also services this route every 2 hours.

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