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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Harlech is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Harlech is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Harlech?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Minffordd station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Harlech via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Harlech?

The distance between Cardiff and Harlech is 203 miles. The road distance is 139.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harlech without a car is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Cardiff to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harlech bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Harlech train from?

Cardiff to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Harlech?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Harlech is to train which takes 6h 47m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h.

Where does the Cardiff to Harlech bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Harlech train arrive?

Cardiff to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Harlech is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Cardiff to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Harlech by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlechtrain
6h 47m
£59–91
Drive 138.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Harlechcar 138.3 mi
3h 26m
£34–49
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 Minffordd stationbus T2
8h
Bus, train
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
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlechtrain
8h 49m

Cardiff to Harlech by train

53Weekly Trains

6h 47mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Harlech.

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Harlech via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Minffordd station in around 8h.

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