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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llangollen is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llangollen is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Llangollen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Llangollen. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bridge End Hotel via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho and Wrexham Bus Station 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Llangollen?

The distance between Cardiff and Llangollen is 149 miles. The road distance is 134 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llangollen without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Cardiff to Llangollen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llangollen bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Llangollen?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llangollen is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Llangollen bus arrive?

Cardiff to Llangollen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Llangollen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Llangollen is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Llangollen.

Where can I stay near Llangollen?

There are 732+ hotels available in Llangollen.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Llangollen 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 Wrexham GeneralCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
3h 56m
£39–79
Drive 133.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llangollen133.2 mi
2h 48m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate CrickhoGm4
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Wrexham Bus StationGma
6h 20m
£38–54
Bus via Aberystwyth
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1T2
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Parade Street 1T3 / ...
8h 10m

Cardiff to Llangollen by train and bus

53Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham General every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bridge End Hotel via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 1 in around 6h 20m.

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