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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Salcombe is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Salcombe is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Salcombe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Salcombe. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Shadycombe Road via Bus Station and Coronation Road opp Town Mill. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Salcombe?

The distance between Cardiff and Salcombe is 162 miles. The road distance is 150.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Salcombe without a car is to train and line 164 bus which takes 4h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Cardiff to Salcombe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Salcombe bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Salcombe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Salcombe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Salcombe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Salcombe is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Salcombe.

Where can I stay near Salcombe?

There are 1400+ hotels available in Salcombe.

Cardiff to Salcombe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 164 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Salcombe 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 164 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Totnestrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Forecourt to Beadon Crossbus 164
4h 25m
Drive 149.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Salcombecar 149.6 mi
2h 42m
£37–54
Bus, line 164 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Millbus 7
3. Take the bus from Coronation Road opp Town Mill to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
6h 14m
Train, line 164 bus via Taunton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain
2. Take the train from Taunton to Totnestrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station Forecourt to Shadycombe Roadbus 164
4h 42m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff to Salcombe.

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Shadycombe Road via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Coronation Road opp Town Mill in around 6h 14m.

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