Cardiff to Watford: Distance, Travel Time, Fares & Route

How to Travel from

Cardiff to Watford

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Great Britain Cardiff Watford

Cheapest

By car (247 km)

2 h 43 min

247 km.

from $13

Other

Rideshare

2 h 43 min

247 km.

from $9.40

Train

2 h 45 min

192 km.

from $191.76

Bus

4 h 41 min

192 km.

from $55.02

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:

+49 30 300 137 300

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

flixbus.com

Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to London

Ave. Duration:

3h 30m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$24.05–$34.18

Arriva Herts and Essex

Phone:

0344 800 44 11

Website:

arrivabus.co.uk/herts-and-essex/

Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Clarendon

Ave. Duration:

1h 2m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$2.96

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:

+44 3457 000 125

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

gwr.com/

Train from Cardiff Central to London

Ave. Duration:

1h 52m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$101.26–$215.18

National Express

Phone:

08717 81 81 81

Website:

nationalexpress.com/en

Bus from Sophia Gardens Cricket Ground to London

Ave. Duration:

3h 5m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$34.18–$49.37

London Overground

Phone:

0343 222 1234

Website:

tfl.gov.uk/modes/london-overground/

Train from Queens Park (London) to Watford

Ave. Duration:

34 min

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$4.56–$10.13

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Watford is to bus which costs $20.65 - $29.35 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Watford is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs $48.91 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Watford. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens Cricket Ground and arriving at Clarendon Road via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Watford?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Watford. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Watford High Street via Paddington station and Queens Park (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Watford?

The distance between Cardiff and Watford is 257 km. The road distance is 245.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Watford without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs $92.39 - $195.65 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Cardiff to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Watford bus from?

Cardiff to Watford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens Cricket Ground station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Watford train from?

Cardiff to Watford train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Watford?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Watford is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs $92.39 - $195.65 . Alternatively, you can bus and line 724 bus, which costs $32.61 - $44.57 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Cardiff to Watford bus arrive?

Cardiff to Watford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Heathrow Airport station.

Where does the Cardiff to Watford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Watford is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Cardiff to Watford.

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

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Four ways to Travel from Cardiff to Watford

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Arriva Herts and Essex

Train operators

First Great Western Service

National Express

London Overground

Questions and Answers

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Watford?

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Watford?

How far is it from Cardiff to Watford?

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Watford bus from?

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Watford train from?

Train or bus from Cardiff to Watford?

Where does the Cardiff to Watford bus arrive?

Where does the Cardiff to Watford train arrive?

Can I drive from Cardiff to Watford?

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

Where can I stay near Watford?