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How to get fromCardiff Central Station to Budeby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Bude by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    3. Take the bus from Railway Station to The Strandbus bus 6
    5h 41m
    £59–123

  2. Drive 150.4 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Budecar car 150.4 mi
    3h 2m
    £37–53

  3. Train, line 66 bus, bus

    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain train
    2. Take the bus from St Davids Station to Tenby Housebus bus 66
    3. Take the bus from West Street to The Strandbus bus 6
    6h 13m

Cardiff Central Station to Bude by train and bus

Calendar65Weekly Services
Duration5h 41mAverage Duration
Ticket£59Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 167.7 mi
  • Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Bude, England?

There is no direct connection from Cardiff Central Station to Bude. However, you can take the train to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Exeter St Davids, take the train to Okehampton, walk to Railway Station, then take the bus to The Strand. Alternatively, you can drive from Cardiff Central Station to Bude in around 3h 2m.

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