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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Polperro is to bus via Bristol which costs £12 - £35 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Polperro is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Polperro?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Polperro. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Crumplehorn via Pilgrim Primary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Polperro?

The distance between Cardiff and Polperro is 196 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Polperro without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 47m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Cardiff to Polperro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Polperro bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Polperro?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Polperro is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 47m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Cardiff to Polperro bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Polperro?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Polperro is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Cardiff to Polperro.

Where can I stay near Polperro?

There are 1832+ hotels available in Polperro.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Polperro 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 Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 47m
£33–113
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
3. Take the bus from Pilgrim Primary to Crumplehornbus 10
7h 56m
£13–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Pilgrim Primary to Crumplehornbus 10
6h 22m
£23–55
Drive 171.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Polperrocar 171.6 mi
3h 8m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Liskeardtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
5h 52m
£98–177

Cardiff to Polperro by train and bus

87Weekly Services

5h 47mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Polperro.

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Distance: 194.8 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Polperro, Cornwall, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Crumplehorn via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Crumplehorn via Plymouth Coach Station and Pilgrim Primary in around 6h 22m.

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