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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Dawlish is to bus and line 2 bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Dawlish is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Lanherne via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Dawlish?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Dawlish. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Dawlish?

The distance between Cardiff and Dawlish is 127 miles. The road distance is 117.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £95.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Dawlish takes 2h 36m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Dawlish is to train which takes 2h 36m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 2 bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Cardiff to Dawlish bus arrive?

Cardiff to Dawlish bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Cardiff to Dawlish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Dawlish is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Cardiff to Dawlish.

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

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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Cardiff to Dawlish - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Dawlish by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Dawlishtrain Cardiff Central - Plymouth
2h 36m
£50–95
Bus, line 2 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde Streetbus Cp5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Lanhernebus 2
4h 14m
£20–33
Drive 116.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Dawlishcar 116.8 mi
2h 12m
£29–42
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2h 59m
£48–98
Train via Exeter St Davids
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
3h 12m
£53–95

Cardiff to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 126.1 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Dawlish 6 times a week. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Lanherne via Bampfylde Street and Bus Station in around 4h 14m.

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