What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dyffryn Ardudwy?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Swyddfa'r Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Eldon Square 1 and Jubilee Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dyffryn Ardudwy?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dyffryn Ardudwy via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy?

The distance between Cardiff and Dyffryn Ardudwy is 197 miles. The road distance is 133.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy bus from?

Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy train from?

Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy train arrive?

Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy is 134 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy?

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Where can I stay near Dyffryn Ardudwy?

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Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Dyffryn Ardudwy
6h 32m
£55–114
Drive 132.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy132.8 mi
3h 14m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1T2
7h 48m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus DepotX85
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Dyffryn Ardudwy
8h 32m

Cardiff to Dyffryn Ardudwy by train

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6h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.1 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Dyffryn Ardudwy, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Dyffryn Ardudwy via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Swyddfa'r Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Eldon Square 1, and Jubilee Road in around 7h 48m.

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