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

The cheapest way to get from Harlech to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harlech to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Harlech and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Harlech station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Harlech station and arriving at Tresillian Way via The Australia and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Harlech and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Harlech to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Harlech and arriving at Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Harlech to Cardiff?

The distance between Harlech and Cardiff is 203 miles. The road distance is 138.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harlech to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Harlech to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harlech to Cardiff bus from?

Harlech to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Harlech to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Harlech to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Harlech to Cardiff is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 42m.

Where does the Harlech to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Harlech to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harlech to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlech to Cardiff is 139 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Harlech to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Harlech to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 5m
£62–129
Drive 138 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harlech to Cardiffcar 138 mi
3h 26m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Harlech to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
8h 15m
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
8h 42m

Harlech to Cardiff by train

53Weekly Trains

6h 5mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Harlech to Cardiff.

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Harlech to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Harlech station to Tresillian Way via The Australia and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 8h 42m.

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