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 which costs £28 - £75 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 38m 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 6h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Croyde Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Croyde Bay. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Barnstaple via Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Croyde Bay?

The distance between Cardiff and Croyde Bay is 164 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 train which takes 5h 43m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m 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.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Croyde Bay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Croyde Bay is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Cardiff to Croyde Bay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Croyde Bay train arrive?

Cardiff to Croyde Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids 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 38m to drive from Cardiff to Croyde Bay.

Where can I stay near Croyde Bay?

There are 2130+ hotels available in Croyde Bay.

Cardiff to Croyde Bay - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Croyde Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 43m
£72–135
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 105
6h 49m
£28–74
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Croyde Baycar 134.7 mi
2h 38m
£33–48

Cardiff to Croyde Bay by train and bus

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5h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.4 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Downend via Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, Opposite Station Entrance, and Bus Station in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Ruda Holiday Park via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 6h 49m.

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