What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Carbis Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Carbis Bay. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Boskerris Road via Plymouth Coach Station and Foundry Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Carbis Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Carbis Bay. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Carbis Bay via St Erth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Carbis Bay?

The distance between Cardiff and Carbis Bay is 243 miles. The road distance is 209.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Carbis Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £120 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Carbis Bay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Carbis Bay train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Carbis Bay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £120 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Carbis Bay bus arrive?

Cardiff to Carbis Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Carbis Bay train arrive?

Cardiff to Carbis Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at St Erth station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Carbis Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Carbis Bay is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Carbis Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Carbis Bay?

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Where can I stay near Carbis Bay?

There are 3760+ hotels available in Carbis Bay.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to St Erthtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 5m
£129–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Foundry Squarebus 406 / ...
7h 50m
£36–69
Drive 208.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Carbis Baycar 208.6 mi
3h 52m
£51–73
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to St Erthtrain
6h 7m
£40–201

Cardiff to Carbis Bay by train

5Weekly Trains

6h 5mAverage Duration

£129Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Carbis Bay.

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Distance: 241.2 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Carbis Bay, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to St Erth 5 times a week. Tickets cost £120–230 and the journey takes 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Boskerris Road via Plymouth Coach Station and Foundry Square in around 7h 50m.

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