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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dawlish is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dawlish is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dawlish. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dawlish?

The distance between Cardiff and Dawlish is 127 miles. The road distance is 118.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £65 - £130.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Dawlish takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dawlish train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Dawlish train arrive?

Cardiff to Dawlish train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Dawlish station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dawlish is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Cardiff to Dawlish.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Dawlish?

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

There are 2330+ hotels available in Dawlish.

Cardiff to Dawlish - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Dawlish by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Dawlishtrain Cardiff Central - Plymouth
2h 36m
£65–130
Train via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 52m
£20–93
Drive 117.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dawlishcar 117.4 mi
2h 13m
£29–41
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 13m
£43–91

Cardiff to Dawlish by train

6Weekly Trains

2h 36mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.1 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Dawlish 6 times a week. Tickets cost £65–130 and the journey takes 2h 36m.

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