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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llanberis is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llanberis is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Llanberis?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Llanberis. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Joe Brown via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Llanberis?

The distance between Cardiff and Llanberis is 224 miles. The road distance is 159.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llanberis without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Cardiff to Llanberis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llanberis bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Llanberis?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llanberis is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to Llanberis bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Llanberis?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Llanberis is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Llanberis.

Where can I stay near Llanberis?

There are 2353+ hotels available in Llanberis.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Llanberis 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 Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
5h 45m
£50–130
Drive 158.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llanberis158.8 mi
3h 48m
£40–58
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 Caernarfon Bus Station Stand AT2
9h 2m

Cardiff to Llanberis by train and bus

54Weekly Services

5h 45mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 223.2 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–130 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Joe Brown via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B in around 9h 2m.

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