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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Buckfastleigh?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Station Approach via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh?

The distance between Cardiff and Buckfastleigh is 149 miles. The road distance is 129.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Buckfastleigh bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 41m.

Where does the Cardiff to Buckfastleigh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Buckfastleigh is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh.

Where can I stay near Buckfastleigh?

There are 2525+ hotels available in Buckfastleigh.

Cardiff to Buckfastleigh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to TotnesEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 22m
£33–105
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Station Approach38
4h 41m
£24–51
Drive 129 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Buckfastleigh129 mi
2h 14m
£32–47
Train via Taunton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TauntonCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to TotnesEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 39m
£63–142

Cardiff to Buckfastleigh by train and bus

131Weekly Services

3h 22mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 148.1 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Station Approach via Bristol Temple Meads, Totnes, and Station Road in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Station Approach via Bampfylde Street and Bus Station in around 4h 41m.

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