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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Llangollen Canal?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Parade Street 2 via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho and Wrexham Bus Station 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal?

The distance between Cardiff and Llangollen Canal is 149 miles. The road distance is 134.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llangollen Canal bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Cardiff to Llangollen Canal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Llangollen Canal is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal.

Where can I stay near Llangollen Canal?

There are 1083+ hotels available in Llangollen Canal.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal 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 / ...
4h 36m
£32–114
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 38m
£38–54
Drive 133.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal133.4 mi
2h 49m
£33–48

Cardiff to Llangollen Canal by train and bus

52Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Llangollen Canal.

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham General every 4 hours. Tickets cost £29–110 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Parade Street 2 via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 1 in around 6h 38m.

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