What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Penrhyn quarry?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Glanffrydlas via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 and Bangor Bus Station Stand F. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Penrhyn quarry?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry?

The distance between Cardiff and Penrhyn quarry is 218 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry bus from?

Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry train from?

Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 2m.

Where does the Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry bus arrive?

Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry train arrive?

Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry.

Where can I stay near Penrhyn quarry?

There are 1881+ hotels available in Penrhyn quarry.

Cardiff to Penrhyn quarry - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
5h 17m
£86–144
Drive 164.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Penrhyn quarrycar 164.3 mi
3h 57m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
10h 2m

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Distance: 216.6 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Penrhyn quarry, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £85–150 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Penrhyn quarry via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Bus Station Stand F, and Glanffrydlas in around 10h 2m.

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