What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle is to bus which costs £19 - £50 and takes 9h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and St. Mawes Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Car Park via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle?

The distance between Cardiff and St. Mawes Castle is 245 miles. The road distance is 197.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs £95 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle?

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle bus from?

Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle?

The best way to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs £95 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle bus arrive?

Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle.

Where can I stay near St. Mawes Castle?

There are 3642+ hotels available in St. Mawes Castle.

Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle by train, bus, ferry, 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TruroCardiff Central - Penzance / ...
7h 8m
£97–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationUk049
9h 5m
£20–47
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Argos504 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Falmouth Prince of Wales Pier Ferry Landing to St Mawes Ferry Landing
8h 51m
£44–68
Drive 196.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle196.7 mi
3h 47m
£49–71

Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle by train, bus, and foot

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7h 8mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.4 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and St. Mawes Castle, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Truro 5 times a week. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to St. Mawes Castle via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Car Park in around 9h 5m.

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