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

The cheapest way to get from Gwynedd to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gwynedd to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Gwynedd and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Gwynedd to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Swyddfa'r Post Office and arriving at Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Gwynedd to Cardiff?

The distance between Gwynedd and Cardiff is 189 miles. The road distance is 127 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gwynedd to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 30m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Gwynedd to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gwynedd to Cardiff bus from?

Gwynedd to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Swyddfa'r Post Office station.

Where does the Gwynedd to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gwynedd to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Gwynedd to Cardiff is 127 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Gwynedd to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Swyddfa'r Post Office to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 30m
£59–100
Drive 126.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gwynedd to Cardiffcar 126.3 mi
3h 3m
£31–45
Bus, train via Carmarthen
1. Take the bus from Clock to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Swyddfa'r Post Office to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
6h 59m

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Distance: 187.8 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Swyddfa'r Post Office to Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 6h 59m.

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