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

The cheapest way to get from Frome to Cardiff is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frome to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Frome and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Frome to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Memorial Theatre Complex and arriving at Kingsway GD via The Hollies and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Frome and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Frome and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Frome to Cardiff?

The distance between Frome and Cardiff is 72 miles. The road distance is 63.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Frome to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £20 - £40.

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

The train from Frome to Cardiff Central takes 2h 6m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Frome to Cardiff bus from?

Frome to Cardiff bus services, operated by Frome Bus, depart from Memorial Theatre Complex station.

Where do I catch the Frome to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Frome to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Frome to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £20 - £40. Alternatively, you can line 424 bus and line 172 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 19m.

Where does the Frome to Cardiff bus arrive?

Frome to Cardiff bus services, operated by Frome Bus, arrive at The Hollies station.

Where does the Frome to Cardiff train arrive?

Frome to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Frome to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Frome to Cardiff is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Frome to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Frome to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, line 424 bus, and line 172 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Frome to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Frome to Cardiff CentralFrome - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 6m
£20–40
Drive 62.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Frome to Cardiff62.7 mi
1h 37m
£16–23
Line 424 bus, line 172 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Memorial Theatre Complex to The Hollies424 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Hollies to Bus Station172 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
3h 19m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Memorial Theatre Complex to Bus StationD2 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Memorial Theatre Complex to Bus StationD2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broad Quay to Public Transport InterchangeA4
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to University RE216
4h 13m

Frome to Cardiff by train

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2h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 71.6 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Frome, Somerset, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Frome to Cardiff Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 2h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Memorial Theatre Complex to Kingsway GD via The Hollies and Bus Station in around 3h 19m.

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