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

The cheapest way to get from Barmouth to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barmouth to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barmouth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Barmouth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Jubilee Road and arriving at Tresillian Way via Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Barmouth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Barmouth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Barmouth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Barmouth to Cardiff?

The distance between Barmouth and Cardiff is 192 miles. The road distance is 128.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barmouth to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Barmouth to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barmouth to Cardiff bus from?

Barmouth to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Eldon Square 1 station.

Where do I catch the Barmouth to Cardiff train from?

Barmouth to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Barmouth station.

Train or bus from Barmouth to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Barmouth to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 35m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Barmouth to Cardiff bus arrive?

Barmouth to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Barmouth to Cardiff train arrive?

Barmouth to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.

Can I drive from Barmouth to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Barmouth to Cardiff is 128 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Barmouth to Cardiff.

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

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Barmouth to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barmouth to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barmouth to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 35m
£47–107
Drive 127.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barmouth to Cardiffcar 127.5 mi
3h 4m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
7h 36m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barmouth to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
7h 46m

Barmouth to Cardiff by train

53Weekly Trains

5h 35mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Barmouth to Cardiff.

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Barmouth, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Barmouth to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Jubilee Road to Tresillian Way via Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 36m.

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