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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ffestiniog Railway?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway?

The distance between Cardiff and Ffestiniog Railway is 241 miles. The road distance is 143.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway.

Where can I stay near Ffestiniog Railway?

There are 1528+ hotels available in Ffestiniog Railway.

Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway 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 Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The AustraliaT2
6h 40m
Drive 142.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ffestiniog Railway142.8 mi
3h 22m
£36–52
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 Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
7h 34m
Train, bus via Shrewsbury
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 Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
6h 47m
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 Bus DepotX85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
8h 47m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 240 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Ffestiniog Railway via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Porthmadog Park Stand A in around 7h 34m.

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