What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo is to bus via Bristol which costs £12 - £35 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Castle Drogo?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Castle Drogo. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Castle Drogo Drive via Cheeke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Castle Drogo?

The distance between Cardiff and Castle Drogo is 130 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Castle Drogo without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo without a car is to train and line 173 bus which takes 4h 18m and costs £21 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Castle Drogo bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Castle Drogo?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo is to bus which takes 4h 42m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Cardiff to Castle Drogo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Castle Drogo?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Castle Drogo is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Cardiff to Castle Drogo.

Where can I stay near Castle Drogo?

There are 862+ hotels available in Castle Drogo.

Cardiff to Castle Drogo - 5 ways to travel via train, line 173 bus, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Castle Drogo 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, line 173 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the bus from Fore Street to Castle Drogo Drive173
4h 18m
£22–82
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde StreetUkn49 / ...
5h 20m
£13–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
4h 42m
£22–45
Drive 121.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Castle Drogo121.7 mi
2h 18m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
4h 43m
£48–88

Cardiff to Castle Drogo by train, foot, and bus

48Weekly Services

4h 18mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.1 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Castle Drogo, England?

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Street twice a week. Tickets cost £20–45 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–85 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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