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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

The distance between Cardiff and Saunton Sands is 162 miles. The road distance is 134.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 28m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands, including transfers.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 28m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £75 and takes 6h 25m.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Saunton Sands is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Cardiff to Saunton Sands.

Where can I stay near Saunton Sands?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Saunton Sands.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Saunton 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 28m
£43–103
Drive 133.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Saunton Sands133.6 mi
2h 41m
£34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Pottery Lane502
6h 25m
£54–74
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 21m
£64–105

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 161 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Saunton Sands via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Saunton Sands via Bus Station and Pottery Lane in around 6h 25m.

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