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 £35 - £95 and takes 11h 4m.

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 54m 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 Park Place and arriving at Wellbrae via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

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, Preston, Motherwell and Hamilton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Avon Gorge?

The distance between Cardiff and Avon Gorge is 376 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 Preston which takes 7h 43m and costs £65 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 43m 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 National Express, depart from Park Place 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 Preston which takes 7h 43m and costs £65 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 11h 4m.

Where does the Cardiff to Avon Gorge bus arrive?

Cardiff to Avon Gorge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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?

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Cardiff to Avon Gorge - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Cardiff to Avon Gorge by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Preston
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Motherwell
7h 43m
£69–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Birmingham Coach Station111
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station590 / ...
11h 4m
£36–92
Drive 354.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Avon Gorge354.5 mi
6h 38m
£88–127
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central Low Level to Larkhall
4h 54m
£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 / ...
10h 19m
£191–616
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 52m
£62–188
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
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 train from Haymarket to Motherwell
6h 36m
£76–216

Cardiff to Avon Gorge by train

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Distance: 373.8 mi
Duration: 7h 43m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Larkhall via Crewe, Preston, Motherwell, and Hamilton Central in around 7h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Wellbrae via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 11h 4m.

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