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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Fairbourne?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Fairbourne. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Stanley Road via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Machynlleth Town Clock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Fairbourne?

The distance between Cardiff and Fairbourne is 194 miles. The road distance is 128.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Fairbourne without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Cardiff to Fairbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Fairbourne bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Fairbourne bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Fairbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Fairbourne is 128 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cardiff to Fairbourne.

Where can I stay near Fairbourne?

There are 1095+ hotels available in Fairbourne.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Fairbourne 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Stanley RoadG21
6h 13m
Drive 127.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Fairbourne127.6 mi
3h 3m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Stanley RoadG21
7h 32m
Bus via Newtown
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 Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
3. Take the bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Stanley RoadG21
8h 11m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 6h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Stanley Road via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Machynlleth Town Clock in around 7h 32m.

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