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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newquay is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newquay is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Newquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Newquay station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Newquay Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Newquay?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Newquay. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newquay via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Newquay?

The distance between Cardiff and Newquay is 204 miles. The road distance is 185.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newquay without a car is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs £30 - £70.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newquay train from?

Cardiff to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Newquay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newquay is to bus which takes 5h 34m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £100 - £200 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Cardiff to Newquay bus arrive?

Cardiff to Newquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Newquay train arrive?

Cardiff to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Newquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Newquay is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Cardiff to Newquay.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Newquay?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Newquay?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Newquay by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Newquay Bus StationUkn49 / ...
5h 34m
£33–69
Train via Plymouth
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouth
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Par
6h 30m
£32–123
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to St AustellCardiff Central - Truro / ...
6h 10m
£109–199
Drive 184.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Newquay184.9 mi
3h 27m
£47–67

Cardiff to Newquay by train and bus

5Weekly Services

6h 10mAverage Duration

£109Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.8 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Newquay, England?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Newquay Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station in around 5h 34m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to St Austell 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–200 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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