What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Blaenau Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog station. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 and The Australia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Blaenau Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

The distance between Cardiff and Blaenau Ffestiniog is 219 miles. The road distance is 140.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog without a car is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £70 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog bus from?

Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog train from?

Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog is to train which takes 5h 55m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog bus arrive?

Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog train arrive?

Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog?

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Where can I stay near Blaenau Ffestiniog?

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Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llandudno Junctiontrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain Llandudno - Blaenau Ffestiniog / ...
5h 55m
£72–116
Drive 139.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniogcar 139.7 mi
3h 20m
£35–51
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 Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus 1
8h 16m
Bus via Minffordd Ffestiniog station
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Minffordd stationbus T2
8h 39m

Cardiff to Blaenau Ffestiniog by train

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Distance: 217.9 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Blaenau Ffestiniog, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Blaenau Ffestiniog via Llandudno Junction in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 and The Australia in around 8h 16m.

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