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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ffestiniog?

The distance between Cardiff and Ffestiniog is 222 miles. The road distance is 137.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog without a car is to train which takes 6h 2m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ffestiniog train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ffestiniog train arrive?

Cardiff to Ffestiniog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ffestiniog?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ffestiniog is 138 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Cardiff to Ffestiniog.

Where can I stay near Ffestiniog?

There are 1491+ hotels available in Ffestiniog.

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

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

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best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llandudno Junctiontrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain Llandudno - Blaenau Ffestiniog / ...
6h 2m
£92–140
Drive 136.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Ffestiniogcar 136.7 mi
3h 12m
£34–49
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
4. Take the taxi from Corwen Bus Station to Ffestiniogtaxi
8h 57m

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Distance: 221 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Ffestiniog via Llandudno Junction and Blaenau Ffestiniog in around 6h 2m.

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