What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Llyn Padarn?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Llanberis Interchange via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Llyn Padarn?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn?

The distance between Cardiff and Llyn Padarn is 221 miles. The road distance is 160.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llyn Padarn bus from?

Cardiff to Llyn Padarn bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llyn Padarn train from?

Cardiff to Llyn Padarn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Cardiff to Llyn Padarn bus arrive?

Cardiff to Llyn Padarn bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff to Llyn Padarn train arrive?

Cardiff to Llyn Padarn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Llyn Padarn is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn.

Where can I stay near Llyn Padarn?

There are 2493+ hotels available in Llyn Padarn.

Cardiff to Llyn Padarn - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Llyn Padarn by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
5h 50m
£85–145
Drive 159.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llanberiscar 159.9 mi
3h 47m
£40–57
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus T2
9h 51m

Cardiff to Llyn Padarn by train and bus

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Distance: 220.1 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Llyn Padarn, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Llanberis Interchange via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B in around 9h 51m.

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