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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Totnes is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Totnes is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Totnes?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Totnes. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Coronation Road opp Town Mill via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Totnes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Totnes. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Totnes?

The distance between Cardiff and Totnes is 143 miles. The road distance is 130.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Totnes without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £75 - £140.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Totnes takes 3h 2m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Totnes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Totnes train from?

Cardiff to Totnes train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Totnes?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Totnes is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Totnes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Totnes train arrive?

Cardiff to Totnes train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Totnes station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Totnes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Totnes is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Cardiff to Totnes.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Totnes?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Totnes?

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Where can I stay near Totnes?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to TotnesCardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
3h 2m
£75–140
Train via Bristol
cheapest
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 3m
£21–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coronation Road opp Town Mill7
4h 39m
£24–45
Drive 129.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Totnes129.5 mi
2h 22m
£33–47
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 / ...
3h 13m
£62–139

Cardiff to Totnes by train

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Distance: 142.7 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Totnes, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Totnes twice daily. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Coronation Road opp Town Mill via Bampfylde Street and Bus Station in around 4h 39m.

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