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 - £45 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 - £45.

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 Eldon Square 1 and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 2m.

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 29m.

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 29m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m 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 Eldon Square 1 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 29m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Fairbourne to Cardiff bus arrive?

Fairbourne to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

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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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 29m
£55–113
Drive 127.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fairbourne to Cardiff127.4 mi
3h 3m
£32–46
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus StationX85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
7h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
8h 2m

Fairbourne to Cardiff by train

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5h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.5 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Fairbourne to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth, Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7, and Merthyr Tydfil in around 7h 59m.

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