What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Menai Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Menai Bridge is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Menai Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Menai Bridge is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Menai Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Menai Bridge. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Swyddfa'r Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Menai Bridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd). Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Menai Bridge?

The distance between Cardiff and Menai Bridge is 208 miles. The road distance is 166.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Menai Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Menai Bridge without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £35 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Menai Bridge?

The train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Menai Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Menai Bridge train from?

Cardiff to Menai Bridge train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Menai Bridge?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Menai Bridge is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Menai Bridge bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Menai Bridge train arrive?

Cardiff to Menai Bridge train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Menai Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Menai Bridge is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Cardiff to Menai Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Menai Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Menai Bridge?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Menai Bridge by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
4h 10m
£35–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Swyddfa'r Post Officebus T2
8h 30m
Drive 166 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Menai Bridgecar 166 mi
3h 59m
£40–57

Cardiff to Menai Bridge by train

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.2 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Menai Bridge, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–120 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Swyddfa'r Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 8h 30m.

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