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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Cardiff is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay 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 Torquay and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newton Abbot and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Torquay to Cardiff?

The distance between Torquay and Cardiff is 142 miles. The road distance is 127.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 17m and costs £70 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Torquay to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Torquay to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Torquay to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Torquay to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 3h 17m and costs £70 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 5h 5m.

Where does the Torquay to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Torquay to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Cardiff is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Torquay to Cardiff.

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

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Torquay 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 Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 17m
£74–202
Drive 127.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Cardiffcar 127.1 mi
2h 18m
£31–45
Bus
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
£36–51
Train
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
£77–156
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 37m
£67–130

Torquay to Cardiff by train

153Weekly Trains

3h 17mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Cardiff Central via Newton Abbot and Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 17m. 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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