What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Porton Down?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Porton Down is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Porton Down?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Porton Down is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Porton Down?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Porton Down. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Old Police House via Bus Station, Bus Station, Market Place and Cathedral Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Porton Down?

The distance between Cardiff and Porton Down is 99 miles. The road distance is 94.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Porton Down without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Porton Down without a car is to train and line 66 bus which takes 3h 47m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Porton Down?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Cardiff to Porton Down, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Porton Down bus from?

Cardiff to Porton Down bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Cardiff to Porton Down bus arrive?

Cardiff to Porton Down bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Porton Down?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Porton Down is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Cardiff to Porton Down.

Where can I stay near Porton Down?

There are 504+ hotels available in Porton Down.

Cardiff to Porton Down - 3 ways to travel via train, line 66 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Porton Down 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, line 66 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to SalisburyCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station Stop SB to Porton Science Park66
3h 47m
Drive 94 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Porton Down94 mi
2h 6m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX39 / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Blue Boar Row24
6h 9m

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Distance: 98.6 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Porton Down, England?

You can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Old Police House via Bus Station, Bus Station, Market Place, Blue Boar Row, and Cathedral Hotel in around 6h 9m.

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