What is the cheapest way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Windsor Castle and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Windsor Castle to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Parish Church and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Windsor Castle and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Windsor Castle to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Windsor & Eton Central and arriving at Cardiff Central via Slough and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Windsor Castle to Cardiff?

The distance between Windsor Castle and Cardiff is 130 miles. The road distance is 127.9 miles.

How do I travel from Windsor Castle to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windsor Castle to Cardiff bus from?

Windsor Castle to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where do I catch the Windsor Castle to Cardiff train from?

Windsor Castle to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Windsor Castle to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Windsor Castle to Cardiff bus arrive?

Windsor Castle to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Windsor Castle to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Windsor Castle to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Windsor Castle to Cardiff is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Windsor Castle to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Windsor Castle to Cardiff?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Windsor Castle to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 34m
£57–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h 21m
£13–40
Drive 127.2 mi
1. Drive from Windsor Castle to Cardiff127.2 mi
2h 15m
£32–46
Line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Parish Church to Heathrow Terminal 58
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
5h 24m

Windsor Castle to Cardiff by foot and train

191Weekly Services

2h 34mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Windsor Castle, Windsor and Maidenhead, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 1h 27m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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