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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Clare is to bus via Swindon which costs £20 - £65 and takes 9h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Clare is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Clare?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Clare. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Memorial via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, High Street and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Clare?

The distance between Cardiff and Clare is 229 miles. The road distance is 196.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Clare without a car is to train via The Bricklayers Arms which takes 5h 43m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Cardiff to Clare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Clare bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Clare?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Clare is to train via The Bricklayers Arms which takes 5h 43m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff to Clare bus arrive?

Cardiff to Clare bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Clare?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Clare is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Clare.

Where can I stay near Clare?

There are 506+ hotels available in Clare.

Cardiff to Clare - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Clare 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 via The Bricklayers Arms
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to ColchesterLondon Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
5h 43m
£63–147
Bus via Swindon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Regent CircusUk042
2. Take the bus from Regent Circus to ParksideUk990
9h 12m
£20–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Coach Station727 / ...
8h 27m
£42–80
Drive 195.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Clare195.4 mi
4h 7m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London PaddingtonSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks TeyLondon Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
6h 3m
£71–141

Cardiff to Clare by train and bus

72Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.3 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Memorial via London Paddington, Stratford (London), Colchester, The Bricklayers Arms, and Bus Station in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Memorial via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Coach Station, High Street, and Bus Station in around 8h 27m.

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