What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Isle of Purbeck?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wareham via Southampton Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck?

The distance between Cardiff and Isle of Purbeck is 162 miles. The road distance is 112.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck?

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck train arrive?

Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Southampton Central station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck.

Where can I stay near Isle of Purbeck?

There are 2162+ hotels available in Isle of Purbeck.

Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Warehamtrain London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
4h 29m
£72–140
Drive 111.9 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Isle of Purbeckcar 111.9 mi
2h 42m
£27–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Bus Stationbus X6
6h 47m
£50–85

Cardiff to Isle of Purbeck by train, bus, and foot

103Weekly Services

4h 29mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.3 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Isle of Purbeck, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Isle of Purbeck via Southampton Central, Wareham, Wareham Station, and Village Centre in around 4h 29m.

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