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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Fowey is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Fowey is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Fowey?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Fowey. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Safe Harbour Hotel via Plymouth Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Fowey?

The distance between Cardiff and Fowey is 205 miles. The road distance is 177.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Fowey without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Cardiff to Fowey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Fowey bus from?

Cardiff to Fowey bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Fowey?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Fowey is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Cardiff to Fowey bus arrive?

Cardiff to Fowey bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Fowey?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Fowey is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Fowey.

Where can I stay near Fowey?

There are 1879+ hotels available in Fowey.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Fowey 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ParCardiff Central - Truro / ...
4h 58m
£100–200
Train via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Par
5h 3m
£31–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Station404 / ...
6h 31m
£35–59
Drive 176.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Fowey176.4 mi
3h 21m
£44–64

Cardiff to Fowey by train and bus

5Weekly Services

4h 58mAverage Duration

£100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.4 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Par 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–200 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Safe Harbour Hotel via Plymouth Coach Station and Bus Station in around 6h 31m.

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