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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe is to bus which costs £14 - £40 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Babbacombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Babbacombe. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Babbacombe Rd 142 via Bus Station and Seaview Diner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Babbacombe?

The distance between Cardiff and Babbacombe is 140 miles. The road distance is 127.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 23m and costs £20 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Babbacombe bus from?

Cardiff to Babbacombe bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Babbacombe?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 23m and costs £20 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 12m.

Where does the Cardiff to Babbacombe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Babbacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Babbacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Babbacombe is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cardiff to Babbacombe.

Where can I stay near Babbacombe?

There are 2376+ hotels available in Babbacombe.

Cardiff to Babbacombe - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe 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 via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton AbbotEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 23m
£20–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
5h 47m
£15–37
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Seaview Diner2
5h 12m
£25–54
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Babbacombe126.9 mi
2h 18m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to PaigntonExmouth - Paignton / ...
4h 32m
£54–94

Cardiff to Babbacombe by train and bus

157Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Babbacombe, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Library via Bristol Temple Meads, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Babbacombe Rd 142 via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Seaview Diner in around 5h 12m.

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