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

The cheapest way to get from Ruthin to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruthin to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ruthin and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruthin to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Ruthin War Memorial and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Wrexham Bus Station and Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Ruthin to Cardiff?

The distance between Ruthin and Cardiff is 156 miles. The road distance is 148.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ruthin to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 36m and costs £35 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Ruthin to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruthin to Cardiff bus from?

Ruthin to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Wrexham Bus Station.

Where does the Ruthin to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ruthin to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho station.

Can I drive from Ruthin to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruthin to Cardiff is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Ruthin to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1540+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Ruthin to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Ruthin to Cardiff by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ruthin War Memorial to Wrexham Fire StationT51
2. Take the train from Wrexham General to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 36m
£38–79
Drive 147.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ruthin to Cardiff147.5 mi
3h 9m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station to Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate CrickhoGma
2. Take the bus from Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho to Sophia GardensGm4
7h 4m
£39–54

Ruthin to Cardiff by bus, foot, and train

54Weekly Services

4h 36mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.9 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Ruthin, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a bus from Ruthin War Memorial to Sophia Gardens via Wrexham Bus Station 8, Wrexham Bus Station, and Green Man Festival Glanusk Park Estate Crickho in around 7h 4m.

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