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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ellesmere is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ellesmere is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ellesmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ellesmere. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Watergate Street via Merthyr Bus Station 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ellesmere?

The distance between Cardiff and Ellesmere is 142 miles. The road distance is 122.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ellesmere without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Cardiff to Ellesmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ellesmere bus from?

Cardiff to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 2.

Where does the Cardiff to Ellesmere bus arrive?

Cardiff to Ellesmere bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ellesmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ellesmere is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Ellesmere.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere?

There are 822+ hotels available in Ellesmere.

Cardiff to Ellesmere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 511 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X5
4h 57m
£43–73
Drive 122.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ellesmerecar 122.2 mi
2h 43m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus x76
8h 18m
Train, line 511 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from The Gateway to Railway Stationbus 511 / ...
5h 3m
£43–73

Cardiff to Ellesmere by train and bus

70Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.7 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ellesmere, Shropshire, England?

You can take a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Watergate Street via Merthyr Bus Station 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, and Bus Station in around 8h 18m.

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