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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Aberdyfi?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Aberdyfi. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Neuadd Dyfi via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Machynlleth Town Clock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Aberdyfi?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Aberdyfi. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Aberdovey via Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberdyfi?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberdyfi is 177 miles. The road distance is 115.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdyfi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Aberdyfi train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberdyfi?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdyfi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Aberdyfi train arrive?

Cardiff to Aberdyfi train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberdyfi?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberdyfi is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Aberdyfi.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdyfi?

There are 577+ hotels available in Aberdyfi.

Cardiff to Aberdyfi - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junctiontrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 38m
£66–121
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberdyficar 114.8 mi
2h 53m
£29–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
6h 47m

Cardiff to Aberdyfi by train

53Weekly Trains

5h 38mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi.

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Distance: 175.6 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Aberdovey via Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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