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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lifton is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lifton is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lifton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lifton. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Okehampton via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lifton?

The distance between Cardiff and Lifton is 154 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lifton without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 19m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Cardiff to Lifton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lifton train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Lifton train arrive?

Cardiff to Lifton train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lifton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lifton is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Cardiff to Lifton.

Where can I stay near Lifton?

There are 1106+ hotels available in Lifton.

Cardiff to Lifton - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Lifton by train or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Okehamptontrain
5h 19m
£59–120
Drive 140.5 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Liftoncar 140.5 mi
2h 46m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
5h 32m
£65–118

Cardiff to Lifton by train and bus

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5h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153.3 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Arundell Arms Hotel via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Okehampton, and Railway Station in around 5h 19m.

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