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 52m.

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 52m 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 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Aberdyfi?

The distance between Cardiff and Aberdyfi is 178 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 37m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m 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.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Aberdyfi?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 44m.

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.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Aberdyfi?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Aberdyfi is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Aberdyfi.

Where can I stay near Aberdyfi?

There are 899+ hotels available in Aberdyfi.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Aberdyfi 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 MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 37m
£45–98
Drive 114.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Aberdyfi114.8 mi
2h 52m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 44m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
7h 36m

Cardiff to Aberdyfi by train and bus

78Weekly Services

5h 37mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.2 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Neuadd Dyfi via Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 5h 37m. 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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