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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Croyde Bay is to bus via Bristol which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Croyde Bay is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Croyde Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Croyde Bay. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Ruda Holiday Park via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Croyde Bay?

The distance between Cardiff and Croyde Bay is 142 miles. The road distance is 135.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Croyde Bay without a car is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Cardiff to Croyde Bay, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Croyde Bay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Croyde Bay is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Cardiff to Croyde Bay bus arrive?

Cardiff to Croyde Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Croyde Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Croyde Bay is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Cardiff to Croyde Bay.

Where can I stay near Croyde Bay?

There are 2032+ hotels available in Croyde Bay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Croyde Bay by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
5h 39m
£36–66
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
6h 49m
£30–49
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 41m
£55–95
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Croyde Bay134.7 mi
2h 37m
£34–49

Cardiff to Croyde Bay by bus

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Ruda Holiday Park via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 5h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Cardiff Central to Bay Holiday Village via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 41m.

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