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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdaron is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdaron is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberdaron?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aberdaron. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand B and Pwllheli Bus Station Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberdaron?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberdaron is 258 miles. The road distance is 172.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdaron without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Cardiff to Aberdaron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdaron bus from?

Cardiff to Aberdaron bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberdaron?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdaron is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdaron bus arrive?

Cardiff to Aberdaron bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberdaron?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberdaron is 172 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Cardiff to Aberdaron.

Where can I stay near Aberdaron?

There are 1448+ hotels available in Aberdaron.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberdaron 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 Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
7h 35m
£65–129
Drive 171.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberdaron171.1 mi
4h 2m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
9h 46m
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junction
3. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Pwllheli
8h 56m
£80–146

Cardiff to Aberdaron by train and bus

53Weekly Services

7h 35mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.6 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–130 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand B, and Pwllheli Bus Station Stand A in around 9h 46m.

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