What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Betws-y-Coed?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Betws-y-Coed?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Betws-y-Coed via Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed?

The distance between Cardiff and Betws-y-Coed is 208 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed without a car is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed bus from?

Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed train from?

Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed is to train which takes 5h 21m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h.

Where does the Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed bus arrive?

Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed train arrive?

Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed is 150 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed?

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Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coed by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llandudno Junctiontrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
5h 21m
£70–111
Drive 149.2 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Betws-y-Coedcar 149.2 mi
3h 35m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Bbus 1
10h

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Distance: 206.4 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Betws-y-Coed, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Llandudno Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Post Office via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B in around 10h.

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