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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Redruth is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Redruth is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Redruth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Redruth station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Railway Station via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Redruth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Redruth. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Redruth?

The distance between Cardiff and Redruth is 229 miles. The road distance is 196.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Redruth without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £220.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Redruth takes 5h 14m including transfers and departs five times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Redruth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Redruth train from?

Cardiff to Redruth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Redruth?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Redruth is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Cardiff to Redruth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Redruth train arrive?

Cardiff to Redruth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Redruth station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Redruth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Redruth is 197 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Cardiff to Redruth.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Redruth?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Redruth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Redruthtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
5h 14m
£110–220
Train via Plymouth
cheapest
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 14m
£27–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Railway Stationbus 406 / ...
6h 50m
£29–69
Drive 195.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Redruthcar 195.5 mi
3h 38m
£48–70

Cardiff to Redruth by train

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5h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 227.5 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Redruth 5 times a week. Tickets cost £110–220 and the journey takes 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Railway Station via Plymouth Coach Station in around 6h 50m.

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