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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Tryfan is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Tryfan is to drive which takes 3h 48m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Tryfan?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Tryfan. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Llyn Ogwen via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Eldon Square 1 and Corwen Car Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Tryfan?

The distance between Cardiff and Tryfan is 219 miles. The road distance is 159.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tryfan without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £50 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Cardiff to Tryfan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Tryfan bus from?

Cardiff to Tryfan bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Tryfan?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Tryfan is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Tryfan bus arrive?

Cardiff to Tryfan bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Tryfan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Tryfan is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Cardiff to Tryfan.

Where can I stay near Tryfan?

There are 2133+ hotels available in Tryfan.

Cardiff to Tryfan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Tryfan by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
5h 42m
£50–130
Drive 158.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Tryfan158.8 mi
3h 48m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Eldon Square 1T2
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Corwen Car ParkT3 / ...
4. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Llyn OgwenT10
9h 39m

Cardiff to Tryfan by train and bus

54Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.2 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Tryfan, Conwy, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–130 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Llyn Ogwen via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Eldon Square 1, and Corwen Car Park in around 9h 39m.

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