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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Hayle is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Hayle is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Hayle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Hayle. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Foundry Square via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Hayle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Hayle. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Hayle?

The distance between Cardiff and Hayle is 238 miles. The road distance is 205.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hayle without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £120 - £230.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Hayle takes 5h 28m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hayle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Hayle train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Hayle?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Hayle is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £120 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Cardiff to Hayle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Hayle train arrive?

Cardiff to Hayle train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Hayle station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Hayle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Hayle is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Hayle.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Hayle?

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Where can I stay near Hayle?

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Cardiff to Hayle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Hayle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to HayleCardiff Central - Penzance
5h 28m
£120–230
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Foundry Square104 / ...
7h 37m
£37–62
Drive 204.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Hayle204.7 mi
3h 45m
£51–73

Cardiff to Hayle by train

5Weekly Trains

5h 28mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 236.9 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Hayle 5 times a week. Tickets cost £120–230 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Foundry Square via Plymouth Coach Station in around 7h 37m.

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