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How to get fromCardiff to Rydeby train, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Cardiff to Ryde by train, ferry, or bus

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  1. Train, Catamaran

    best
    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth Harbourtrain train Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry ferry
    4h 45m
    £72–130
  2. Bus, Catamaran

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to The Hard Interchangebus bus Cp1
    2. Take the ferry from Portsmouth to Ryde Pier Head Terminalferry ferry
    5h 22m
    £37–64

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

There is no direct connection from Cardiff to Ryde. However, you can take the train to Portsmouth Harbour, walk to Portsmouth, take the ferry to Ryde Pier Head Terminal, walk to Ryde Pier Head, then take the train to Ryde Esplanade. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Ryde Esplanade via The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Ryde Pier Head Terminal, and Ryde Pier Head in around 5h 22m.

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