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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Cardigan is to bus which costs £50 - £80 and takes 12h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 34m.

How far is it from Penrith to Cardigan?

The distance between Penrith and Cardigan is 284 miles. The road distance is 245.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 37m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Penrith to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cardigan bus from?

Penrith to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where does the Penrith to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Cardigan is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Penrith to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 863+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Penrith 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus T5
8h 37m
£93–198
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
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
12h 34m
£54–79
Drive 244.1 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Cardigancar 244.1 mi
4h 59m
£60–86
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
9h 18m
£81–139

Penrith to Cardigan by train and bus

61Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

£93Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Penrith to Cardigan.

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Distance: 281.9 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Rail Station to Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 12h 34m.

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