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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gunnislake is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gunnislake is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gunnislake?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Gunnislake. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Cornish Inn via Pilgrim Primary and New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Gunnislake?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Gunnislake. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Gunnislake via Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gunnislake?

The distance between Cardiff and Gunnislake is 179 miles. The road distance is 147.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gunnislake without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 11m and costs £28 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Cardiff to Gunnislake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gunnislake bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gunnislake train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Gunnislake?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gunnislake is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 11m and costs £28 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Cardiff to Gunnislake bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Gunnislake train arrive?

Cardiff to Gunnislake train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gunnislake?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gunnislake is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Gunnislake.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Gunnislake?

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Where can I stay near Gunnislake?

There are 1494+ hotels available in Gunnislake.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Gunnislake by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Gunnislaketrain
5h 11m
£29–110
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
5h 38m
£29–55
Drive 146.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gunnislakecar 146.4 mi
2h 57m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Saltashtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
5h 28m
£94–169
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from St Davids Station to Railway Stationbus 66
6h 38m
£51–91

Cardiff to Gunnislake by train

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Distance: 177.5 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Gunnislake via Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £25–50 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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