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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Instow is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Instow is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Instow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Instow. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Down Road via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Instow?

The distance between Cardiff and Instow is 159 miles. The road distance is 132.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Instow without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 31m and costs £24 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Cardiff to Instow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Instow bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Instow?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Instow is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 31m and costs £24 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Cardiff to Instow bus arrive?

Cardiff to Instow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Instow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Instow is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Cardiff to Instow.

Where can I stay near Instow?

There are 2242+ hotels available in Instow.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Instow 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 via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
4h 31m
£24–81
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
4h 58m
£36–66
Drive 131.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Instow131.4 mi
2h 26m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
4h 50m
£54–91

Cardiff to Instow by train and bus

116Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 157.7 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Down Road via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Down Road via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 58m.

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