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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lifton is to bus which costs £13 - £60 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lifton is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Lifton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Lifton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Arundell Arms Hotel via Bus Station, Bus Station and Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lifton?

The distance between Cardiff and Lifton is 154 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lifton without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £21 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Cardiff to Lifton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lifton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Lifton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lifton is to train which takes 5h and costs £21 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £60 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Cardiff to Lifton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lifton is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Lifton.

Where can I stay near Lifton?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Lifton.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Lifton 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
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
5h
£21–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 101 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 66
7h 45m
£14–57
Drive 140.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Liftoncar 140.5 mi
2h 46m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from St Davids Station to Railway Stationbus 66
5h 38m
£45–87

Cardiff to Lifton by train and bus

103Weekly Services

5hAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Lifton.

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Arundell Arms Hotel via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Arundell Arms Hotel via Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Railway Station in around 7h 45m.

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