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How to get fromCardiff to Padstowby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, line 57 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bodmin Parkwaytrain train Cardiff Central - Penzance
    2. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus bus 57
    6h 7m
    £90–168

  2. Drive 178.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Cardiff to Padstowcar car 178.5 mi
    3h 31m
    £44–63

  3. Train, line 57 bus via Bristol

    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain train
    3. Take the train from Plymouth to Bodmin Parkwaytrain train
    4. Take the bus from Bodmin Parkway Station to New Streetbus bus 57
    6h 11m
    £85–168

Cardiff to Padstow by train and bus

Calendar5Weekly Services
Duration6h 7mAverage Duration
Ticket£90Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 213.5 mi
  • Duration: 6h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from Cardiff to Padstow. However, you can take the train to Bodmin Parkway, walk to Bodmin Parkway Station, then take the line 57 bus to New Street. Alternatively, you can drive from Cardiff to Padstow in around 3h 31m.

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