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Charing Cross to Cardiff

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Charing Cross, Great Britain → Cardiff, Great Britain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Charing Cross to Cardiff

Composite routes from Charing Cross to Cardiff

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Transport providers

FlixBus
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FlixBus
Website
3h 45m
Hourly
$25.32–$35.44
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
Call Contact via email
BlaBlaCar
Website
BlaBlaCar
Website
3h 7m
Once daily
$13.92–$30.38
+3 318 576 2228
+3 318 576 2228
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First Great Western Service
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National Express
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First Great Western Service
Website
1h 58m
Hourly
$101.26–$215.18
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
Call Contact via email
National Express
Website
3h 20m
Hourly
$36.71–$51.90
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs $11.96 - $26.09 and takes 3h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $86.96 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Charing Cross (Station) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Trafalgar Square and arriving at Cardiff via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Charing Cross (Station) and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Charing Cross (Station) station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Charing Cross station and arriving at Cardiff Central via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

The distance between Charing Cross (Station) and Cardiff is 237 km. The road distance is 241.4 km.

How do I travel from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $86.96 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff bus from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train from?

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs $86.96 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $44.57 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cardiff station.

Where does the Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train arrive?

Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff is 241 km. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

Book your Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.

Can I share a ride from Charing Cross (Station) to Cardiff?

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