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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newquay is to bus which costs £26 - £100 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newquay is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Newquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Newquay station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Newquay Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Newquay?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Newquay. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newquay via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Newquay?

The distance between Cardiff and Newquay is 220 miles. The road distance is 185.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newquay without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 6h 19m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Cardiff to Newquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Newquay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newquay is to train via Plymouth which takes 6h 19m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £100 and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Newquay bus arrive?

Cardiff to Newquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Newquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Newquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Newquay is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Cardiff to Newquay.

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

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Cardiff to Newquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Newquay by train, bus, or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
6h 19m
£94–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
6h 40m
£26–100
Drive 184.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Newquaycar 184.9 mi
3h 29m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to St Austelltrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
6h 19m
£96–174

Cardiff to Newquay by train

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Distance: 218.9 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Newquay via Bristol Temple Meads, Plymouth, and Par in around 6h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Newquay Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station in around 6h 40m.

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