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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Paddington to Cardiff

Composite routes from Paddington to Cardiff

Cheapest
2 h 44 min
Car
236 km.
from $12

Transport providers

Bus operators
Found: 1
FlixBus
Website
FlixBus
Website
3h 50m
Hourly
$25.32–$35.44
+49 30 300 137 300
+49 30 300 137 300
[email protected]
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Train operators
Found: 2
First Great Western Service
Website
National Express
Website
First Great Western Service
Website
1h 58m
Hourly
$101.26–$215.18
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
[email protected]
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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 Paddington to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Paddington to Cardiff is to bus via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 which costs $27.17 - $43.48 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paddington to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Paddington and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Paddington station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Paddington Station / Eastbourne Terrace and arriving at Cardiff via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Paddington 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 58m.

How far is it from Paddington to Cardiff?

The distance between Paddington and Cardiff is 232 km. The road distance is 239.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Paddington to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 .

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

The train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central takes 1h 58m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Paddington to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paddington to Cardiff train from?

Paddington to Cardiff train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Paddington to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Paddington to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $44.57 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Paddington to Cardiff bus arrive?

Paddington to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Cardiff station.

Where does the Paddington to Cardiff train arrive?

Paddington to Cardiff train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Paddington to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Paddington to Cardiff is 240 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Paddington to Cardiff.

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

Book your Paddington to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Paddington to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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