What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station is to rideshare which costs £4 - £9 and takes 1h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Clifton Down Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Clifton Down Station via The Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Clifton Down Station is 41 miles. The road distance is 39.8 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station without a car is to train and line 71 bus which takes 1h 18m and costs £17 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station?

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Clifton Down Station bus from?

Cardiff to Clifton Down Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Clifton Down Station bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Clifton Down Station is 40 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station.

Where can I stay near Clifton Down Station?

There are 2672+ hotels available in Clifton Down Station.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Clifton Down Station. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to Clifton Down Station - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 71 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Clifton Down Station by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train, line 71 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Temple Meads Stn to Clifton Down Stationbus 71
1h 18m
£17–36
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Bristolrideshare 41.9 mi
1h 28m
£4–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
1h 26m
£10–22
Drive 39.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Clifton Down Stationcar 39.5 mi
57 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Clifton Down Stationtaxi 39.5 mi
57 min
£100–130
Bus via Cardiff North Road
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
1h 36m
£7–11

Cardiff to Clifton Down Station by train and bus

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1h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 40.6 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Clifton Down Station, England?

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £8–20 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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