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

The cheapest way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay is to bus which costs £13 - £27 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Windsor Castle and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Millennium Centre via Heathrow Terminal 5, Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Windsor Castle and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay. 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 36m.

How far is it from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Windsor Castle and Cardiff Bay is 130 miles. The road distance is 128.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Sophia Gardens, which costs £14 - £40 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

There are 1545+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 36m
£57–119
Bus via Sophia Gardens
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4h 53m
£14–39
Drive 128 mi
1. Drive from Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay128 mi
2h 17m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GDUk940
6h 32m
£14–26

Windsor Castle to Cardiff Bay by foot and train

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2h 36mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–100 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £13–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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