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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Cardigan is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Finch Square A via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Reading to Cardigan?

The distance between Reading and Cardigan is 222 miles. The road distance is 199.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 38m and costs £60 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Reading to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Cardigan bus from?

Reading to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where does the Reading to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Cardigan is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Reading to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 824+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Swanseatrain
2. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardigan Rugby Clubbus 460
5h 38m
£63–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Rose and Crownbus 508
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
7h 53m
£32–48
Drive 198.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Cardigancar 198.7 mi
3h 41m
£49–71
Train, bus via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Reading 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 2m
£43–132

Reading to Cardigan by train, foot, and bus

142Weekly Services

5h 38mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Reading to Cardigan.

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Distance: 220.5 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Market Place to Finch Square A via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 7h 53m.

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