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 £30 - £45 and takes 8h 42m.

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 49m and costs £45 - £70.

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 Sophia Gardens and arriving at Car Park via Plymouth Coach Station and Temp Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

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 6h 57m and costs £110 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m 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 National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens 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 6h 57m and costs £110 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 42m.

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

Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach 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 49m to drive from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle.

Where can I stay near St. Mawes Castle?

There are 3760+ hotels available in St. Mawes Castle.

Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Trurotrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 57m
£119–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
8h 42m
£31–45
Drive 196.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castlecar 196.7 mi
3h 49m
£49–70

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

5Weekly Services

6h 57mAverage Duration

£119Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to St. Mawes Castle.

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Distance: 243.7 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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 £110–210 and the journey takes 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to St. Mawes Castle via Plymouth Coach Station, Bus Station, Temp Bus Station, and Car Park in around 8h 42m.

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