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 £15 - £55 and takes 7h 30m.

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 56m 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 Kingsway GD and arriving at Cornish Inn via Bus Station, Pilgrim Primary and New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

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 12m.

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 12m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m 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 FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD 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 12m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £55 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Gunnislake bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gunnislake bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus 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 56m 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 1463+ 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 Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Gunnislake
5h 12m
£35–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach StationUk049 / ...
7h 30m
£16–51
Drive 146.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gunnislake146.4 mi
2h 56m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PlymouthCardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
5h 18m
£71–125
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from St Davids Station to Railway Station66
7h 10m
£51–91

Cardiff to Gunnislake by train

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Gunnislake.

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Distance: 177.6 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Cornish Inn via Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Pilgrim Primary, and New Road in around 7h 30m.

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