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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Sands is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Sands is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Sands. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Sands?

The distance between Cardiff and Sands is 164 miles. The road distance is 127.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sands without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 29m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Cardiff to Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Sands bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Sands?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Sands is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 29m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to Sands bus arrive?

Cardiff to Sands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Sands is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Cardiff to Sands.

Where can I stay near Sands?

There are 1924+ hotels available in Sands.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Sands 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 via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
4h 29m
£51–109
Drive 126.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Sands126.7 mi
2h 52m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
5h 48m
£54–87
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 55m
£54–93

Cardiff to Sands by train and bus

58Weekly Services

5h 55mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.1 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Sands, Devon, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Sands via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Sands via Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 5h 48m.

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