What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Newtown (Powys)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Newtown (Powys)?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys). However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newtown (Powys) via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)?

The distance between Cardiff and Newtown (Powys) is 140 miles. The road distance is 92 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) bus from?

Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) train from?

Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) bus arrive?

Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) train arrive?

Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys).

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)?

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Where can I stay near Newtown (Powys)?

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Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys)train Birmingham New Street - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 35m
£47–75
Drive 91.4 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)car 91.4 mi
2h 6m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
6h 54m
£32–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Telephone Engineering Centrebus X75
4h 28m
£39–62

Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) by train

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Newtown (Powys), Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Newtown (Powys) via Shrewsbury in around 3h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Newtown (Powys) via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 6h 54m.

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