What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lyme Regis?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Lyme Regis is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lyme Regis?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Lyme Regis is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Lyme Regis?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Lyme Regis. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Axminster via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Cardiff to Lyme Regis?

The distance between Cardiff and Lyme Regis is 147 miles. The road distance is 100.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Lyme Regis without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Lyme Regis without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Lyme Regis?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Cardiff to Lyme Regis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Lyme Regis train from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Lyme Regis train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Lyme Regis?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Lyme Regis is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Cardiff to Lyme Regis.

Where can I stay near Lyme Regis?

There are 1682+ hotels available in Lyme Regis.

Cardiff to Lyme Regis - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Lyme Regis by train, car, or bus

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Train
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 Axminstertrain
4h
£56–123
Drive 99.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Lyme Regiscar 99.7 mi
2h 3m
£25–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Taunton Town Centre Stop I to Trinity Squarebus 30
4h 27m

Cardiff to Lyme Regis by train and bus

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Distance: 146 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Lyme Regis, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Kent House via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, Axminster, and Rail Station in around 4h.

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