What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Capel Curig?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Capel Curig. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Llugwy Terrace via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand C and Pen-y-pass YHA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Capel Curig?

The distance between Cardiff and Capel Curig is 225 miles. The road distance is 155.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Capel Curig without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Capel Curig bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Capel Curig?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Capel Curig bus arrive?

Cardiff to Capel Curig bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Capel Curig?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Capel Curig is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Capel Curig.

Where can I stay near Capel Curig?

There are 2076+ hotels available in Capel Curig.

Cardiff to Capel Curig - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Capel Curig by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
5h 50m
£55–130
Drive 154.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Capel Curig154.5 mi
3h 43m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
9h 20m

Cardiff to Capel Curig by train and bus

54Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.3 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Capel Curig, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Llugwy Terrace via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand C, and Pen-y-pass YHA in around 9h 20m.

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