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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llay is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llay is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Llay?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to Llay?

The distance between Cardiff and Llay is 143 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llay without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Cardiff to Llay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llay bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Llay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llay is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to Llay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Llay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Llay is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Llay.

Where can I stay near Llay?

There are 1086+ hotels available in Llay.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Llay 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 6m
£37–113
Drive 138.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llay138.8 mi
2h 53m
£35–50
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 2m
£38–53
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 Stand 3 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T12
8h 3m

Cardiff to Llay by train, foot, and bus

53Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.8 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham General every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–110 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Fourth Avenue via Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho, Wrexham Bus Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 6 in around 6h 2m.

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