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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cardigan is to train and bus which costs £10 - £35 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cardigan is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Finch Square A via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cardigan?

The distance between Cardiff and Cardigan is 112 miles. The road distance is 95.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 3m and costs £10 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Cardiff to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Cardigan bus arrive?

Cardiff to Cardigan bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Cardigan is 96 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 829+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Cardiff to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 111 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Cardigan 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CarmarthenCardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Club460
4h 3m
£10–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1T1c
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
4h 12m
Drive 95.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cardigan95.1 mi
1h 52m
£24–35
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Swansea Bus Station Stand B
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5111
3. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 4 to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 3X11 / ...
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
5h 42m

Cardiff to Cardigan by train, foot, and bus

145Weekly Services

4h 3mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.8 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Finch Square A via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 4h 12m.

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