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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Launceston is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Launceston is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Launceston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Launceston. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Westgate Street via Royal Parade and New Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Launceston?

The distance between Cardiff and Launceston is 159 miles. The road distance is 145.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Launceston without a car is to train and line 176 bus which takes 5h 20m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Cardiff to Launceston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Launceston bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Launceston?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Launceston is to bus which takes 6h 44m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Cardiff to Launceston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Launceston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Launceston is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Cardiff to Launceston.

Where can I stay near Launceston?

There are 1085+ hotels available in Launceston.

Cardiff to Launceston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 176 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 176 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Westgate Streetbus 176
5h 20m
£60–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
6h 44m
£33–76
Drive 144.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Launcestoncar 144.7 mi
2h 49m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 43m
£64–118

Cardiff to Launceston by train and bus

5Weekly Services

5h 20mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.2 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Station once a week. Tickets cost £29–70 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 32m.

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