What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Shepton Mallet?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Great Ostry via Bus Station and The Hollies. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet?

The distance between Cardiff and Shepton Mallet is 69 miles. The road distance is 62.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet without a car is to train and line 174 bus which takes 2h 22m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet?

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Shepton Mallet bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 172 bus, which costs and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Cardiff to Shepton Mallet bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Shepton Mallet is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet.

Where can I stay near Shepton Mallet?

There are 1364+ hotels available in Shepton Mallet.

Cardiff to Shepton Mallet - 5 ways to travel via train, line 174 bus, and car

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

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Train, line 174 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bath SpaCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Great Ostry174
2h 22m
Drive 62.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Shepton Mallet62.3 mi
1h 26m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Westbury (Wilts)Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
3h 13m
£36–59
Bus, line 172 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Hollies172 / ...
3h 3m
Bus, line 376 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376 / ...
3h 15m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 68.3 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Shepton Mallet, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Westbury (Wilts) hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Great Ostry via Bus Station and The Hollies in around 3h 3m.

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