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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Plympton is to bus via Bristol which costs £13 - £50 and takes 4h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Plympton is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Plympton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Plympton. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at St Marys Court via Derrys Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Plympton?

The distance between Cardiff and Plympton is 171 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Plympton without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 11m and costs £23 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Cardiff to Plympton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Plympton bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Plympton?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Plympton is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 11m and costs £23 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Plympton bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Plympton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Plympton is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Cardiff to Plympton.

Where can I stay near Plympton?

There are 1451+ hotels available in Plympton.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

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 PlymouthEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 11m
£23–92
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach StationUkn49 / ...
4h 58m
£14–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
4h 13m
£31–51
Drive 145.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Plympton145.1 mi
2h 31m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PlymouthCardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
4h 14m
£65–119

Cardiff to Plympton by train, foot, and bus

136Weekly Services

4h 11mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.8 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to St Marys Court via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Viaduct in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 3h 45m.

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