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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Painswick is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Painswick is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Painswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Painswick. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at St Mary's Church via Bus Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Promenade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Painswick?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Painswick. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Stroud (Glos) via Gloucester. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Painswick?

The distance between Cardiff and Painswick is 72 miles. The road distance is 60.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Painswick without a car is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Cardiff to Painswick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Painswick bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Painswick train from?

Cardiff to Painswick train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Painswick?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Painswick is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 66 bus, which costs £14 - £45 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Cardiff to Painswick bus arrive?

Cardiff to Painswick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Painswick train arrive?

Cardiff to Painswick train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Gloucester station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Painswick?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Painswick is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Cardiff to Painswick.

Where can I stay near Painswick?

There are 1924+ hotels available in Painswick.

Cardiff to Painswick - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 66 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Gloucestertrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2h 28m
£29–55
Bus, line 66 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Promenade to St Mary's Churchbus 66 / ...
4h 34m
£15–43
Drive 60 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Painswickcar 60 mi
1h 11m
£15–22
Train, line 8 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Gloucestertrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Gloucester station to Gloucester Business Parkbus 8
2h 40m
£26–47

Cardiff to Painswick by train and bus

127Weekly Services

2h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.2 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Gloucester hourly. Tickets cost £29–45 and the journey takes 59 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to St Mary's Church via Bus Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Promenade in around 4h 34m.

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