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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Essex to Cardiff

Composite routes from Essex to Cardiff

Cheapest
3 h 40 min
Car
342 km.
from $18
Other
3 h 36 min
262 km.
from $212.17
6 h 36 min
Train, Bus
262 km.
from $86.28
7 h 1 min
Plane, Train
262 km.
from $172.61
6 h 55 min
262 km.
from $88.09

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$44.30–$215.18

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from London Stansted Airport to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$227.84

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$24.05–$34.18

TerraVision UK

Email:
customerservices@terravision.eu
Website:
terravision.eu/
Bus from London Stansted Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.46–$20.25

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
gwr.feedback@gwr.com
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from London Paddington to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$94.93–$215.18
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$62.02

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Stansted Airport to London
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38
Bus from London Victoria to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$50.63

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$37.97–$69.62

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Shenfield to Heathrow
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$13.92–$36.71

Greater Anglia

Email:
ContactCentre@greateranglia.co.uk
Website:
greateranglia.co.uk/
Train from White Notley to London
Ave. Duration:
54 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.78–$31.64

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essex to Cardiff is to bus which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essex to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Essex and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Essex to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bulford Lane and arriving at Cardiff via Bus Interchange, London Stansted Airport and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Essex and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Essex to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from White Notley and arriving at Cardiff Central via Liverpool Street station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Essex to Cardiff?

The distance between Essex and Cardiff is 306 km. The road distance is 340.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essex to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs $103.26 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Essex to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essex to Cardiff bus from?

Essex to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Stansted Airport station.

Where do I catch the Essex to Cardiff train from?

Essex to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.

Train or bus from Essex to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Essex to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs $103.26 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $76.09 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Essex to Cardiff bus arrive?

Essex to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Essex to Cardiff train arrive?

Essex to Cardiff train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Essex to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Essex to Cardiff is 341 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Essex to Cardiff.

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

Book your Essex to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1295+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $49.04 per night.
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