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

The cheapest way to get from Llanidloes to Cardiff is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanidloes to Cardiff is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Llanidloes and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanidloes to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Hillfield and arriving at Greyfriars Road Stop GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Llanidloes to Cardiff?

The distance between Llanidloes and Cardiff is 154 miles. The road distance is 84.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanidloes to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Llanidloes to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanidloes to Cardiff bus from?

Llanidloes to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Hillfield station.

Train or bus from Llanidloes to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Llanidloes to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Llanidloes to Cardiff bus arrive?

Llanidloes to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Llanidloes to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanidloes to Cardiff is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Llanidloes to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1540+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Llanidloes to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Caersws to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 21m
£59–122
Drive 83.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llanidloes to Cardiff83.6 mi
1h 56m
£21–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hillfield to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to CathaysMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
3h 23m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hillfield to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJX4
3h 51m
Bus, train via Cardiff Central
1. Take the bus from Millennium Garden to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff CentralMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
4h 33m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a vehicle from Llanidloes to Cardiff Central via Caersws and Shrewsbury in around 3h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hillfield to Greyfriars Road Stop GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 3h 51m.

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