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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pool is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pool is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pool?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pool. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Cornwall College via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pool?

The distance between Cardiff and Pool is 231 miles. The road distance is 198.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pool without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Cardiff to Pool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pool bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pool?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pool is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pool is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Cardiff to Pool.

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

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Where can I stay near Pool?

There are 3520+ hotels available in Pool.

Cardiff to Pool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Pool 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 Redruthtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
5h 42m
£102–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cornwall Collegebus 406 / ...
6h 55m
£42–103
Drive 197.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Poolcar 197.4 mi
3h 40m
£49–70
Train via Plymouth
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Redruthtrain
5h 47m
£101–198

Cardiff to Pool by train and bus

5Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

£102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 229.6 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Redruth 5 times a week. Tickets cost £100–190 and the journey takes 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Cornwall College via Plymouth Coach Station in around 6h 55m.

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