What is the cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan?

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan?

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Finch Square C via Bus Station, Sarn Odeon and Synod Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Cardigan?

The distance between Barnstaple and Cardigan is 268 miles. The road distance is 215.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barnstaple to Cardigan without a car?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs £110 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Cardigan bus from?

Barnstaple to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 37m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Cardigan bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Cardigan is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Barnstaple to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 823+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Barnstaple to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
4. Take the train from Swansea to Whitlandtrain
7h 21m
£113–199
Drive 214 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Cardigancar 214 mi
3h 54m
£53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Synod Innbus T1c
10h 37m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
9h 35m
Train, bus via Haverfordwest
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Haverfordwesttrain
4. Take the bus from Haverfordwest station to Ship Innbus T5
10h 29m
£68–135

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnstaple to Cardigan.

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Distance: 266.2 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Cardigan via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Parkway, Swansea, and Whitland in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Finch Square C via Bus Station, Sarn Odeon, and Synod Inn in around 10h 37m.

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