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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bodmin is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bodmin is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bodmin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bodmin. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Dennison Road Car Park via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bodmin?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Bodmin. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bodmin Parkway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bodmin?

The distance between Cardiff and Bodmin is 199 miles. The road distance is 166.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bodmin without a car is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Cardiff to Bodmin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bodmin bus from?

Cardiff to Bodmin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bodmin train from?

Cardiff to Bodmin train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bodmin?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bodmin is to train which takes 5h 15m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bodmin bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Bodmin train arrive?

Cardiff to Bodmin train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bodmin Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bodmin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bodmin is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Cardiff to Bodmin.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Bodmin?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
5h 15m
£84–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Dennison Road Car Parkbus 805
5h 30m
£30–53
Drive 165.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bodmincar 165.2 mi
3h 9m
£41–59
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain
5h 17m
£77–146

Cardiff to Bodmin by train and bus

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Distance: 197.8 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkway 5 times a week. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Dennison Road Car Park via Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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