What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 12h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge is to train and fly which takes 4h 48m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Avon Gorge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Avon Gorge. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Wellbrae via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station and Townhead Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Avon Gorge?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Avon Gorge. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Larkhall via Crewe and Glasgow Central Low Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 47m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Avon Gorge?

The distance between Cardiff and Avon Gorge is 396 miles. The road distance is 356.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Avon Gorge without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 47m and costs £60 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge?

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Avon Gorge bus from?

Cardiff to Avon Gorge bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Avon Gorge train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Avon Gorge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 47m and costs £60 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 12h 16m.

Where does the Cardiff to Avon Gorge bus arrive?

Cardiff to Avon Gorge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Avon Gorge train arrive?

Cardiff to Avon Gorge train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Avon Gorge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Avon Gorge is 357 miles. It takes approximately 6h 38m to drive from Cardiff to Avon Gorge.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Avon Gorge?

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Where can I stay near Avon Gorge?

There are 1321+ hotels available in Avon Gorge.

Cardiff to Avon Gorge - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 47m
£61–229
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station
12h 16m
£28–73
Drive 354.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Avon Gorge354.5 mi
6h 38m
£88–128
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4h 48m
£50–150
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to MotherwellPlymouth - Glasgow Central / ...
9h 46m
£191–616
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 31m
£56–160
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
5h 44m
£62–193
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
5h 32m
£74–198
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Station
6h 28m
£67–198

Cardiff to Avon Gorge by train

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Distance: 394.1 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Avon Gorge, Scotland?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Larkhall via Crewe, Glasgow Central, and Glasgow Central Low Level in around 7h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Wellbrae via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Buchanan Bus Station, and Townhead Street in around 12h 16m.

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