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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ferndown is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ferndown is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ferndown?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ferndown. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bournemouth via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ferndown?

The distance between Cardiff and Ferndown is 124 miles. The road distance is 104.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ferndown without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 19m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Cardiff to Ferndown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ferndown train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ferndown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ferndown?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ferndown is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Ferndown.

Where can I stay near Ferndown?

There are 2677+ hotels available in Ferndown.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Ferndown by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SA to Meeting House Lanebus X3
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Wimborne Road Junctionbus X6 / ...
4h 19m
£47–84
Drive 103.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Ferndowncar 103.7 mi
2h 39m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 24m
£93–157

Cardiff to Ferndown by train and bus

103Weekly Services

4h 19mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 123.2 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Church Road via Reading, Bournemouth, and Bournemouth Station in around 4h 24m.

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