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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shaldon is to bus and line 2 bus which costs £22 - £50 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Shaldon is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Shaldon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Shaldon. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bitton Park via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Shaldon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Teignmouth. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Shaldon?

The distance between Cardiff and Shaldon is 130 miles. The road distance is 120.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shaldon without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £29 - £75.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Teignmouth takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shaldon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shaldon train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Shaldon?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shaldon is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £29 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs £22 - £50 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Shaldon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Shaldon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Shaldon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Shaldon is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Shaldon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shaldon?

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Cardiff to Shaldon - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Shaldon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TeignmouthCardiff Central - Plymouth
2h 42m
£29–75
Train via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 54m
£21–95
Bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bitton Park2
4h 9m
£23–48
Drive 120.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Shaldon120.2 mi
2h 10m
£31–44
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 13m
£51–106

Cardiff to Shaldon by train

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 128.9 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Teignmouth 6 times a week. Tickets cost £29–75 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bitton Park via Bampfylde Street and Bus Station in around 4h 9m.

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