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

The cheapest way to get from Saltash to Cardiff is to bus via Bristol which costs £13 - £65 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltash to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Saltash and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltash to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Callington Road and arriving at Kingsway GD via Plymouth Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Saltash and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Saltash to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Saltash and arriving at Cardiff Central via Plymouth and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Saltash to Cardiff?

The distance between Saltash and Cardiff is 170 miles. The road distance is 153.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltash to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £24 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Saltash to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saltash to Cardiff bus from?

Saltash to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Saltash to Cardiff train from?

Saltash to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Saltash to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Saltash to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £24 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £13 - £65 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Saltash to Cardiff bus arrive?

Saltash to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Saltash to Cardiff train arrive?

Saltash to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Saltash to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltash to Cardiff is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Saltash to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Saltash to Cardiff?

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Saltash to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Saltash to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple MeadsPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 56m
£25–131
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
5h 17m
£13–61
Drive 152.3 mi
1. Drive from Saltash to Cardiff152.3 mi
2h 37m
£39–56
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St DavidsPenzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 3m
£46–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia GardensCp5
5h 27m
£28–58

Saltash to Cardiff by train

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3h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Saltash to Cardiff Central via Plymouth and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Callington Road to Kingsway GD via Railway Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 17m.

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