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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Plymouth is to bus via Bristol Airport (BRS) which costs £17 - £27 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Plymouth is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Plymouth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station station. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Plymouth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Plymouth. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Plymouth?

The distance between Cardiff and Plymouth is 166 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Plymouth without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £70 - £130.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Plymouth takes 3h 32m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Plymouth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Plymouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Plymouth?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Plymouth is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 4h.

Where does the Cardiff to Plymouth bus arrive?

Cardiff to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Plymouth train arrive?

Cardiff to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Plymouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Plymouth is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Cardiff to Plymouth.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Plymouth?

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Where can I stay near Plymouth?

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Cardiff to Plymouth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Plymouthtrain Cardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
3h 32m
£70–130
Bus via Bristol Airport (BRS)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Airportbus Uk910
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
5h 19m
£17–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
4h
£24–45
Drive 150 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Plymouthcar 150 mi
2h 40m
£38–54
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
3h 35m
£63–129

Cardiff to Plymouth by train

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Distance: 165.5 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Plymouth twice daily. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 32m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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