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

The cheapest way to get from Launceston to Cardiff is to bus which costs £28 - £40 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Launceston to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Launceston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Launceston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Westgate Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via New Road and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Launceston to Cardiff?

The distance between Launceston and Cardiff is 160 miles. The road distance is 144.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Launceston to Cardiff without a car is to line 176 bus and train which takes 5h 4m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Launceston to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Launceston to Cardiff bus from?

Launceston to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Train or bus from Launceston to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Launceston to Cardiff is to bus which takes 7h 2m and costs £28 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £75 - £160 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Launceston to Cardiff bus arrive?

Launceston to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Can I drive from Launceston to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Launceston to Cardiff is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Launceston to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1636+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Launceston to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, line 176 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 176 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Westgate Street to Railway Stationbus 176
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 4m
£77–188
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
7h 2m
£28–39
Drive 143.5 mi
1. Drive from Launceston to Cardiffcar 143.5 mi
2h 47m
£35–51
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 40m
£78–153

Launceston to Cardiff by bus and train

5Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Launceston to Cardiff.

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Distance: 159.1 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Launceston, England and Cardiff, Wales?

National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 4h. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central every 2 hours. Tickets cost £60–120 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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