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

The cheapest way to get from Bude to Cardigan is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bude to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bude and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Bude to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from The Strand and arriving at Finch Square C via Railway Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Sarn Odeon and Synod Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.

How far is it from Bude to Cardigan?

The distance between Bude and Cardigan is 284 miles. The road distance is 241.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bude to Cardigan without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 41m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 8h 41m to get from Bude to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bude to Cardigan bus from?

Bude to Cardigan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from The Strand station.

Where does the Bude to Cardigan bus arrive?

Bude to Cardigan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Railway Station.

Can I drive from Bude to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Bude to Cardigan is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Bude to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 829+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Bude to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bude to Cardigan by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Strand to Railway Station6
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swansea
4. Take the train from Swansea to Whitland
8h 41m
£111–204
Drive 240 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bude to Cardigan240 mi
4h 42m
£59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Strand to Railway Station6
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Station66
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon
5. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Synod InnT1c
12h 27m
Bus, train via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from The Strand to Railway Station6
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthen
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
10h 56m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bude to Cardigan.

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Distance: 282.6 mi
Duration: 8h 41m

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

You can take a bus from The Strand to Finch Square C via Railway Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Sarn Odeon, and Synod Inn in around 12h 27m.

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