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

The cheapest way to get from Torbay to Cardiff is to bus which costs £23 - £65 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torbay to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Torbay and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Torbay to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Torbay and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paignton and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Torbay to Cardiff?

The distance between Torbay and Cardiff is 142 miles. The road distance is 128.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torbay to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Torbay to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torbay to Cardiff bus from?

Torbay to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Torbay to Cardiff train from?

Torbay to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torbay to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Torbay to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £65 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Torbay to Cardiff bus arrive?

Torbay to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Torbay to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torbay to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Torbay to Cardiff is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Torbay to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Torbay to Cardiff?

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 23m
£60–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bus Stationbus 102
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 5m
£23–65
Drive 127.8 mi
1. Drive from Torbay to Cardiffcar 127.8 mi
2h 17m
£32–45
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Cardiff Centraltrain Paignton - Cardiff Central
3h 26m
£60–120
Train #2
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain Paignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 24m
£62–118

Torbay to Cardiff by train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Cardiff Central via Newton Abbot and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Cardiff North Road via Bristol Bus Station in around 5h 5m.

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