What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tintern?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tintern is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 48 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tintern?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tintern is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Tintern?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tintern. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Royal George Hotel via Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tintern?

The distance between Cardiff and Tintern is 36 miles. The road distance is 34.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Tintern without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tintern without a car is to train and line 69 bus which takes 1h 54m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Tintern?

It takes approximately 1h 54m to get from Cardiff to Tintern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tintern bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Tintern bus arrive?

Cardiff to Tintern bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tintern?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tintern is 35 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Cardiff to Tintern.

Where can I stay near Tintern?

There are 1695+ hotels available in Tintern.

Cardiff to Tintern - 5 ways to travel via train, line 69 bus, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Tintern by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 69 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChepstowCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1 to Royal George Hotel69
1h 54m
Drive 34.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tintern34.6 mi
48 min
£9–13
Bus, line 69 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1 to Royal George Hotel69
2h 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Tintern34.6 mi
48 min
£75–95
Line 30 bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 to Friars Walk 1530
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 6 to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 473 / ...
3h 27m

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Tintern.

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Distance: 35.3 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Tintern, Wales?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Royal George Hotel via Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1 in around 2h 1m.

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