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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Portinscale is to bus which costs £27 - £75 and takes 9h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Portinscale is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Portinscale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Portinscale. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Keswick via Birmingham Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Portinscale?

The distance between Cardiff and Portinscale is 280 miles. The road distance is 261.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Portinscale without a car is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Cardiff to Portinscale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Portinscale bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Portinscale?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Portinscale is to train which takes 6h 21m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £75 and takes 9h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to Portinscale bus arrive?

Cardiff to Portinscale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Portinscale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Portinscale is 262 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Portinscale.

Where can I stay near Portinscale?

There are 2416+ hotels available in Portinscale.

Cardiff to Portinscale - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Cardiff to Portinscale by train, bus, car, or plane

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 CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North LakesRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 21m
£88–190
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station590
9h 48m
£27–74
Drive 260.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Portinscale260.3 mi
5h 20m
£66–95
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
7h 21m
£64–192
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North LakesManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 53m
£86–135
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakes
10h 27m
£42–126
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes
6h 59m
£57–172
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakes
7h 37m
£75–197
Fly Cardiff Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakes
7h 46m
£99–259

Cardiff to Portinscale by train and bus

46Weekly Services

6h 21mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 278.2 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Keswick via Crewe, Penrith North Lakes, and Penrith Rail Station in around 6h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Keswick via Birmingham Coach Station and Penrith Rail Station in around 9h 48m.

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