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 47m.

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 5m 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 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Polperro?

The distance between Cardiff and Polperro is 197 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 which takes 5h 50m and costs £95 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m 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 which takes 5h 50m and costs £95 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 6h 12m.

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 5m to drive from Cardiff to Polperro.

Where can I stay near Polperro?

There are 1854+ 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LiskeardCardiff Central - Truro / ...
5h 50m
£98–177
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Cabot Circus to Plymouth Coach StationFal
3. Take the bus from Pilgrim Primary to Crumplehorn10
7h 47m
£13–31
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Pilgrim Primary to Crumplehorn10
6h 12m
£29–53
Drive 171.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Polperro171.6 mi
3h 5m
£43–62
Train via Bristol
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 / ...
5h 52m
£37–112

Cardiff to Polperro by train and bus

5Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Liskeard 5 times a week. Tickets cost £95–180 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Crumplehorn via Plymouth Coach Station and Pilgrim Primary in around 6h 12m.

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