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 £25 - £90 and takes 6h 50m.

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 29m and costs £45 - £65.

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 Cardiff North Road and arriving at Newquay Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

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 Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Newquay?

The distance between Cardiff and Newquay is 221 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 train which takes 6h 14m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m 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 FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road 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 train which takes 6h 14m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £90 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Newquay bus arrive?

Cardiff to Newquay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Newquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Newquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Newquay is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m 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?

Book your Cardiff to Newquay bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Partrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 14m
£99–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
6h 50m
£25–88
Drive 184.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Newquaycar 184.9 mi
3h 29m
£45–65
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
6h 17m
£94–190

Cardiff to Newquay by train

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Distance: 219.9 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Par 5 times a week. Tickets cost £90–170 and the journey takes 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Newquay Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station in around 6h 50m.

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