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

The cheapest way to get from Fairbourne to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fairbourne to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Fairbourne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Fairbourne to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Stanley Road and arriving at Tresillian Way via Bus Depot and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Fairbourne and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Fairbourne to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Fairbourne and arriving at Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Fairbourne to Cardiff?

The distance between Fairbourne and Cardiff is 190 miles. The road distance is 128.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fairbourne to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Fairbourne to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fairbourne to Cardiff bus from?

Fairbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Stanley Road station.

Where do I catch the Fairbourne to Cardiff train from?

Fairbourne to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Fairbourne station.

Train or bus from Fairbourne to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Fairbourne to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Fairbourne to Cardiff bus arrive?

Fairbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bus Depot station.

Where does the Fairbourne to Cardiff train arrive?

Fairbourne to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.

Can I drive from Fairbourne to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Fairbourne to Cardiff is 128 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Fairbourne to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Fairbourne to Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central
5h 28m
£50–94
Drive 127.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fairbourne to Cardiff127.4 mi
3h 3m
£32–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stanley Road to Bus DepotG21
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
7h 49m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Stanley Road to Bus DepotG21
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus StationX85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
7h 54m

Fairbourne to Cardiff by train

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5h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.5 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Fairbourne to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stanley Road to Tresillian Way via Bus Depot and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 49m.

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