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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) is to bus which costs £14 - £19 and takes 4h 42m.

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). However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Park Street via Merthyr Bus Station 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

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 36m.

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 36m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m 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 Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GJ 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 36m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £19 and takes 4h 42m.

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

Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station 1.

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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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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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys)train Shrewsbury - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 36m
£55–94
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Park Streetbus T4
4h 42m
£14–19
Drive 91.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Newtown (Powys)car 91.4 mi
2h 6m
£23–33
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Park Streetbus T4
4h 46m
£17–25

Cardiff to Newtown (Powys) by train

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Newtown (Powys) via Merthyr Bus Station 2 and Park Street in around 4h 42m.

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