What is the cheapest way to get from Dunstable to Cardigan?

The cheapest way to get from Dunstable to Cardigan is to bus via Birmingham which costs £40 - £120 and takes 11h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dunstable to Cardigan?

The fastest way to get from Dunstable to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

How far is it from Dunstable to Cardigan?

The distance between Dunstable and Cardigan is 295 miles. The road distance is 214.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dunstable to Cardigan without a car?

The best way to get from Dunstable to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 33m and costs £75 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Dunstable to Cardigan?

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Dunstable to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunstable to Cardigan bus from?

Dunstable to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Dunstable to Cardigan bus arrive?

Dunstable to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Dunstable to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunstable to Cardigan is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Dunstable to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 828+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Dunstable to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Dunstable and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunstable to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Finch Square A via Airport Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sarn Odeon and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 17m.

There are 5 ways to get from Dunstable to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Leagrave to Farringdon
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Swansea
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthen
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Club460
7h 33m
£75–215
Train, bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
9h 16m
£42–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sarn Odeon201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1T1c
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
10h 17m
Drive 213.1 mi
1. Drive from Dunstable to Cardigan213.1 mi
4h 51m
£53–76
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Birmingham Coach Station707
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
11h 55m
£44–111

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Dunstable to Cardigan.

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Distance: 293.3 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Dunstable, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a bus from Church Street to Finch Square A via Airport Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sarn Odeon, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 10h 17m.

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