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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Truro is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Truro is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Truro?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Truro station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Truro?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Truro. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Truro?

The distance between Cardiff and Truro is 219 miles. The road distance is 190.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Truro without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 4h 59m and costs £27 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Cardiff to Truro, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Truro bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Truro train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Truro?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Truro is to train via Plymouth which takes 4h 59m and costs £27 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Cardiff to Truro bus arrive?

Cardiff to Truro bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Truro train arrive?

Cardiff to Truro train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Truro?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Truro is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Cardiff to Truro.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Truro?

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Cardiff to Truro - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Truro by train, bus, or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Trurotrain
4h 59m
£27–118
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 504 / ...
6h 46m
£29–67
Drive 189.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Trurocar 189.5 mi
3h 34m
£47–67
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Trurotrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
5h 2m
£80–140

Cardiff to Truro by train

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4h 59mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Truro.

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Distance: 217.5 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Truro via Bristol Temple Meads and Plymouth in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station via Plymouth Coach Station in around 6h 46m.

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