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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Llanaelhaearn?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Rivals Inn via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand B and Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn?

The distance between Cardiff and Llanaelhaearn is 234 miles. The road distance is 158.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn is 159 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn.

Where can I stay near Llanaelhaearn?

There are 1531+ hotels available in Llanaelhaearn.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
5h 51m
£59–129
Drive 157.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn157.8 mi
3h 44m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
9h 19m

Cardiff to Llanaelhaearn by train and bus

54Weekly Services

5h 51mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.8 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Rivals Inn via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand B, and Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C in around 9h 19m.

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