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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Betws is to train which costs £12 - £23 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Betws is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Betws?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Betws station. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4 via Cross Hands Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Betws?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Betws. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ammanford via Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Betws?

The distance between Cardiff and Betws is 68 miles. The road distance is 52.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Betws without a car is to bus and line 129 bus which takes 2h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 38m to get from Cardiff to Betws, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Betws bus from?

Cardiff to Betws bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Betws train from?

Cardiff to Betws train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Betws?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Betws is to bus and line 129 bus which takes 2h 38m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £23 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Cardiff to Betws bus arrive?

Cardiff to Betws bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Cross Hands Library station.

Where does the Cardiff to Betws train arrive?

Cardiff to Betws train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Betws?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Betws is 53 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Betws.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Betws?

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Cardiff to Betws - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 129 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Betws by bus, train, or car

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Bus, line 129 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Cross Hands LibraryT1c
2. Take the bus from Cross Hands Library to Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4129 / ...
2h 38m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to AmmanfordSwansea - Llandovery / ...
2h 43m
£12–22
Drive 52.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Betws52.4 mi
1h 7m
£13–19
Bus, line 129 bus via Sophia Gardens
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Cross Hands Library112
2. Take the bus from Cross Hands Library to Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4129 / ...
2h 45m
Train, line 129 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CarmarthenCardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 5 to Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4129
3h 45m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 68.1 mi
Duration: 2h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Betws, Carmarthenshire, Wales?

You can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4 via Cross Hands Library in around 2h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ammanford via Swansea in around 2h 43m.

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