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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

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 20m and costs £30 - £45.

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 Pottery via Bus Station, Rail Station and Cary Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

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 and line 12 bus which takes 3h 22m and costs £24 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m 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 bus which takes 5h 32m and costs £27 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £95 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Cardiff to Babbacombe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Babbacombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Babbacombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Babbacombe is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Babbacombe.

Where can I stay near Babbacombe?

There are 2413+ hotels available in Babbacombe.

Cardiff to Babbacombe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 12 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 12 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Librarybus 12
3h 22m
£24–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus 102
5h 32m
£28–64
Drive 126.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Babbacombecar 126.9 mi
2h 20m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain Exmouth - Paignton / ...
4h 36m
£50–94

Cardiff to Babbacombe by train and bus

156Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Babbacombe.

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Pottery via Bus Station, Rail Station, and Cary Parade in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Pottery via Exeter St Davids, Paignton, and Bus Station in around 4h 36m.

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