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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gwynedd is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gwynedd is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gwynedd?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Gwynedd. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Ganllwyd Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gwynedd?

The distance between Cardiff and Gwynedd is 188 miles. The road distance is 127.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gwynedd without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Cardiff to Gwynedd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gwynedd bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Gwynedd bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gwynedd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gwynedd is 127 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Cardiff to Gwynedd.

Where can I stay near Gwynedd?

There are 1427+ hotels available in Gwynedd.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Gwynedd 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 Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Ganllwyd Post Officebus T2
5h 42m
Drive 126.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gwyneddcar 126.5 mi
3h 3m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Ganllwyd Post Officebus T2
6h 28m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
7h 40m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Gwynedd.

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Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Ganllwyd Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 6h 28m.

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