What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Snowdonia (Park)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park). However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Eldon Square 1 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 33m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park)?

The distance between Cardiff and Snowdonia (Park) is 197 miles. The road distance is 115.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park)?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) bus from?

Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park)?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) bus arrive?

Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park).

Where can I stay near Snowdonia (Park)?

There are 2187+ hotels available in Snowdonia (Park).

Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llandudno Junctiontrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 30m
£77–128
Drive 114.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Visitor Information Centrecar 114.4 mi
2h 51m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1bus T2
6h 33m

Cardiff to Snowdonia (Park) by train, bus, and foot

52Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.3 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Snowdonia (Park), Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Llandudno Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Eldon Square 2 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 33m.

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