What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Tintern Abbey?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Tintern Abbey via Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Tintern Abbey is 36 miles. The road distance is 34.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey without a car is to train and line 69 bus which takes 1h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey?

It takes approximately 1h 53m to get from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey bus from?

Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey is 34 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey.

Where can I stay near Tintern Abbey?

There are 1837+ hotels available in Tintern Abbey.

Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 69 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 69 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chepstowtrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1 to Tintern Abbeybus 69
1h 53m
Drive 34.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbeycar 34.1 mi
47 min
£9–12
Bus, line 69 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2bus 507 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1 to Tintern Abbeybus 69
1h 56m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbeytaxi 34.1 mi
47 min
£75–90
Bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 6 to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 4bus 73 / ...
2h 55m

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Distance: 35.8 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

What companies run services between Cardiff Castle, Wales and Tintern Abbey, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Cardiff Castle to Tintern Abbey via Sophia Gardens and Chepstow Bus Station Stand 1 in around 1h 56m.

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