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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Porthleven is to bus which costs £45 - £65 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Porthleven is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Porthleven?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Porthleven. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Harbour Bus Shelter via Plymouth Coach Station, The Moor A and Sainsbury's. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Porthleven?

The distance between Cardiff and Porthleven is 260 miles. The road distance is 210.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Porthleven without a car is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs £130 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 56m to get from Cardiff to Porthleven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Porthleven bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Porthleven?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Porthleven is to train which takes 6h 56m and costs £130 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff to Porthleven bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Porthleven?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Porthleven is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Porthleven.

Where can I stay near Porthleven?

There are 3049+ hotels available in Porthleven.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Porthleven 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 Penzancetrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 56m
£130–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Argosbus 504
9h 23m
£46–63
Drive 209.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Porthlevencar 209.5 mi
3h 57m
£52–75
Train via Newton Abbot
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton Abbottrain
3. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Redruthtrain
7h 10m
£116–302

Cardiff to Porthleven by train and bus

5Weekly Services

6h 56mAverage Duration

£130Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Porthleven.

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Distance: 258.5 mi
Duration: 6h 56m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Penzance 5 times a week. Tickets cost £120–240 and the journey takes 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Harbour Bus Shelter via Plymouth Coach Station, Argos, The Moor A, and Sainsbury's in around 9h 23m.

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