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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Slapton Sands is to bus via Bristol which costs £20 - £50 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Slapton Sands is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Slapton Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Slapton Sands. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Slapton Turn via Bus Station, Coronation Road opp Town Mill and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Slapton Sands?

The distance between Cardiff and Slapton Sands is 156 miles. The road distance is 143.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Slapton Sands without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Cardiff to Slapton Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Slapton Sands bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Slapton Sands?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Slapton Sands is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Slapton Sands bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Slapton Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Slapton Sands is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Slapton Sands.

Where can I stay near Slapton Sands?

There are 2415+ hotels available in Slapton Sands.

Cardiff to Slapton Sands - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to TotnesEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 27m
£61–128
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
3. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Coronation Road opp Town Mill501 / ...
7h 17m
£21–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Mill7
6h 39m
£28–58
Drive 143.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Slapton Sands143.1 mi
2h 45m
£36–52
Train via Taunton
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TauntonCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to TotnesEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 9m
£69–146

Cardiff to Slapton Sands by bus

2Weekly Buses

6h 39mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Slapton Sands via Bristol Temple Meads and Totnes in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Slapton Turn via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Coronation Road opp Town Mill, and Bus Station in around 6h 39m.

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