What is the cheapest way to get from London to Cardigan?

The cheapest way to get from London to Cardigan is to train and bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £140 and takes 7h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Cardigan?

The fastest way to get from London to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between London and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Finch Square A via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

How far is it from London to Cardigan?

The distance between London and Cardigan is 259 miles. The road distance is 240.1 miles.

How do I travel from London to Cardigan without a car?

The best way to get from London to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £120 - £260.

How long does it take to get from London to Cardigan?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from London to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Cardigan bus from?

London to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from London to Cardigan?

The best way to get from London to Cardigan is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £120 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the London to Cardigan bus arrive?

London to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Can I drive from London to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Cardigan is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from London to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 828+ hotels available in Cardigan.

London to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from London to Cardigan 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 London Paddington to SwanseaLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to WhitlandCardiff Central - Pembroke Dock / ...
5h 14m
£122–252
Train, bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwyth
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
7h 55m
£35–134
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rose and Crown508
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
8h 14m
Drive 238.7 mi
1. Drive from London to Cardigan238.7 mi
4h 25m
£59–85
Train, bus
1. Take the train from London Paddington to CarmarthenLondon Paddington - Carmarthen
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square A460
6h 16m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from London to Cardigan.

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Distance: 257.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between London, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a train from London Paddington to Cardigan via Swansea and Whitland in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Finch Square A via Rose and Crown and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 8h 14m.

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