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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Deeside is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Deeside is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Deeside?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Deeside station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Station Road Q3 via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Deeside?

The distance between Cardiff and Deeside is 160 miles. The road distance is 147.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Deeside without a car is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Cardiff to Deeside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Deeside bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Deeside?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Deeside is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff to Deeside bus arrive?

Cardiff to Deeside bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Deeside?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Deeside is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Deeside.

Where can I stay near Deeside?

There are 2039+ hotels available in Deeside.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Deeside 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChesterCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
3h 52m
£49–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Lordswood Rd111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Chester Bus InterchangeUk021 / ...
6h 3m
£32–44
Drive 147 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Deeside147 mi
3h 7m
£37–53

Cardiff to Deeside by train and bus

73Weekly Services

3h 52mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.3 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Deeside, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chester every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–110 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Station Road Q3 via Lordswood Rd, Newhall St, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 6h 3m.

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