What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot is to bus which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Newton Abbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Newton Abbot. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Sherborne Road via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Newton Abbot?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newton Abbot. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Newton Abbot?

The distance between Cardiff and Newton Abbot is 134 miles. The road distance is 122.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Newton Abbot without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 45m and costs £26 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot?

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newton Abbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newton Abbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Newton Abbot?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 45m and costs £26 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Cardiff to Newton Abbot bus arrive?

Cardiff to Newton Abbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Cardiff to Newton Abbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Newton Abbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Newton Abbot is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Newton Abbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Newton Abbot?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Newton Abbot?

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Where can I stay near Newton Abbot?

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Cardiff to Newton Abbot - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Newton Abbot by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton AbbotEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 45m
£26–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sherborne Road2 / ...
4h 34m
£23–51
Drive 121.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Newton Abbot121.4 mi
2h 10m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newton AbbotCardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
2h 49m
£55–75
Train via Taunton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TauntonCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newton AbbotEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 57m
£63–124

Cardiff to Newton Abbot by train

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2h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Newton Abbot, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Newton Abbot via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Sherborne Road via Bampfylde Street and Bus Station in around 4h 34m.

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