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

The cheapest way to get from Matlock to Cardigan is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 11h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Matlock to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Matlock and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Matlock to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Causeway Lane and arriving at Finch Square C via Sheffield Interchange/E2, Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Matlock and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Matlock to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Matlock and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Derby and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Matlock to Cardigan?

The distance between Matlock and Cardigan is 230 miles. The road distance is 183 miles.

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

The best way to get from Matlock to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 3m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Matlock to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Cardigan bus from?

Matlock to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Matlock to Cardigan train from?

Matlock to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Matlock to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Matlock to Cardigan is to bus which takes 11h 28m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £180 and takes 9h 39m.

Where does the Matlock to Cardigan bus arrive?

Matlock to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Matlock to Cardigan train arrive?

Matlock to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Matlock to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Matlock to Cardigan is 183 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Matlock to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 863+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Matlock to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Matlock to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Aberystwythtrain
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
8h 3m
£71–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
11h 28m
£39–68
Drive 181.9 mi
1. Drive from Matlock to Cardigancar 181.9 mi
4h 13m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Bristol Temple Meads - Fishguard Harbour / ...
9h 39m
£110–175

Matlock to Cardigan by train and bus

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8h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.2 mi
Duration: 8h 3m

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

You can take a bus from Causeway Lane to Finch Square C via Sheffield Interchange/E2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 11h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Matlock to Ship Inn via Derby, Newport (S Wales), Fishguard & Goodwick, and Fishguard & Goodwick Station in around 9h 39m.

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