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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Par is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Par is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Par?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Par. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Polgrean Place via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Par?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Par. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Par?

The distance between Cardiff and Par is 201 miles. The road distance is 175.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Par without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £100 - £200.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Par takes 4h 38m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Par bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Par train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Par?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Par is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Par bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Par train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Par?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Par is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Cardiff to Par.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Par?

There are 2016+ hotels available in Par.

Cardiff to Par - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Par by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ParCardiff Central - Truro / ...
4h 38m
£100–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Polgrean Place404 / ...
5h 40m
£35–67
Drive 174.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Par174.4 mi
3h 21m
£44–63

Cardiff to Par by train

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4h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.7 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Par 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–200 and the journey takes 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Polgrean Place via Plymouth Coach Station in around 5h 40m.

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