What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Llanidloes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Red Lion Hotel via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Llanidloes is 154 miles. The road distance is 85 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes without a car is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes is to train which takes 3h 55m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

What is the time difference between Cardiff Central Station and Llanidloes?

Llanidloes is 1h behind Cardiff Central Station. It is currently 9:02 PM in Cardiff Central Station and 8:02 PM in Llanidloes.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes.

Where can I stay near Llanidloes?

There are 362+ hotels available in Llanidloes.

Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes 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 Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to CaerswsBirmingham New Street - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 55m
£65–120
Drive 84.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes84.5 mi
1h 59m
£21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
6h 18m
Train, bus via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Garden409
4h 19m
£51–105
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
6h 22m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff Central Station to Llanidloes.

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Llanidloes, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Llanidloes via Shrewsbury and Caersws in around 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardiff Central Station to Red Lion Hotel via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 3 in around 6h 22m.

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