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

The cheapest way to get from Padstow to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Padstow to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Padstow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Padstow to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from New Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Dennison Road Car Park and Plymouth Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Padstow to Cardiff?

The distance between Padstow and Cardiff is 214 miles. The road distance is 178.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Padstow to Cardiff without a car is to line 57 bus and train via Bristol which takes 6h 3m and costs £30 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Padstow to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padstow to Cardiff bus from?

Padstow to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dennison Road Car Park station.

Where does the Padstow to Cardiff bus arrive?

Padstow to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Can I drive from Padstow to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Padstow to Cardiff is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Padstow to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1627+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Padstow to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, line 57 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 57 bus, train via Bristol
best
1. Take the bus from New Street to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus 11 / ...
2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 3m
£32–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dennison Road Car Park to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
7h 55m
£34–64
Drive 177.6 mi
1. Drive from Padstow to Cardiffcar 177.6 mi
3h 30m
£43–62
Line 57 bus, train
1. Take the bus from New Street to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus 11 / ...
2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
6h 28m
£72–142

Padstow to Cardiff by bus and train

122Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 212.4 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from New Street to Sophia Gardens via Mount Folly, Dennison Road Car Park, and Plymouth Coach Station in around 7h 55m.

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