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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llanelltyd is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llanelltyd is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Llanelltyd?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Llanelltyd. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Awelon via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Llanelltyd?

The distance between Cardiff and Llanelltyd is 185 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llanelltyd without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Cardiff to Llanelltyd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llanelltyd bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Llanelltyd?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llanelltyd is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Cardiff to Llanelltyd bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Llanelltyd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Llanelltyd is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Llanelltyd.

Where can I stay near Llanelltyd?

There are 1152+ hotels available in Llanelltyd.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Llanelltyd 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 ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 34m
£37–97
Drive 120.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llanelltyd120.5 mi
2h 53m
£31–44
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 AwelonT2
6h 21m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus DepotX85
7h 34m

Cardiff to Llanelltyd by train and bus

83Weekly Services

5h 34mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Awelon via Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Awelon via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 6h 21m.

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