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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Padstow is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Padstow is to drive which takes 3h 31m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Padstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Padstow. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at New Street via Plymouth Coach Station and The Shire House Mount Folly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Padstow?

The distance between Cardiff and Padstow is 214 miles. The road distance is 179.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Padstow without a car is to train and line 57 bus via Bristol which takes 5h 49m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Cardiff to Padstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Padstow bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Padstow bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Padstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Padstow is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Cardiff to Padstow.

Where can I stay near Padstow?

There are 2880+ hotels available in Padstow.

Cardiff to Padstow - 4 ways to travel via train, line 57 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 57 bus via Bristol
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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 Bodmin Parkwaytrain
4. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 11 / ...
5h 49m
£32–122
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 504 / ...
6h 50m
£35–63
Drive 178.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Padstowcar 178.5 mi
3h 31m
£44–63
Train, line 57 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus 11 / ...
5h 49m
£75–113

Cardiff to Padstow by train and bus

136Weekly Services

5h 49mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.5 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to New Street via Plymouth Coach Station, Dennison Road Car Park, and The Shire House Mount Folly in around 6h 50m.

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