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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pwllheli is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pwllheli is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pwllheli?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pwllheli station. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Pwllheli Bus Station Stand B via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Porthmadog Park Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pwllheli?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Pwllheli. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pwllheli via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pwllheli?

The distance between Cardiff and Pwllheli is 241 miles. The road distance is 157.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pwllheli without a car is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £40 - £120.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pwllheli bus from?

Cardiff to Pwllheli bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pwllheli train from?

Cardiff to Pwllheli train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pwllheli?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pwllheli is to train which takes 6h 6m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pwllheli bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pwllheli bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff to Pwllheli train arrive?

Cardiff to Pwllheli train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pwllheli?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pwllheli is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Cardiff to Pwllheli.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Pwllheli?

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Where can I stay near Pwllheli?

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Cardiff to Pwllheli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Pwllheli by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 6m
£41–115
Drive 156.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pwllhelicar 156.5 mi
3h 43m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Stand Abus T2
8h 18m
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Pwllhelitrain
7h 31m
£52–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Pwllhelitrain
9h 30m

Cardiff to Pwllheli by train and bus

51Weekly Services

6h 6mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Pwllheli.

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Distance: 239.7 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pwllheli, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–120 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand B via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Porthmadog Park Stand B in around 8h 18m.

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