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

The cheapest way to get from Pontefract to Cardigan is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 11h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontefract to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Pontefract and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontefract to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Stuart Road B and arriving at Finch Square C via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

How far is it from Pontefract to Cardigan?

The distance between Pontefract and Cardigan is 239 miles. The road distance is 213 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontefract to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 15m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 9h 15m to get from Pontefract to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontefract to Cardigan bus from?

Pontefract to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Pontefract to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontefract to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontefract to Cardigan is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Pontefract to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 833+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pontefract 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 Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
9h 15m
£52–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
11h 36m
£32–76
Drive 211.8 mi
1. Drive from Pontefract to Cardigan211.8 mi
4h 27m
£54–77
Train, bus via Bristol
1. Take the train from Wakefield Westgate to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swansea
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthen
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Club460
9h 22m
£116–305

Pontefract to Cardigan by train and bus

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9h 15mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.4 mi
Duration: 9h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Stuart Road B to Finch Square C via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 11h 36m.

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