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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Plymouth is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 4h 55m.

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?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Plymouth station. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Plymouth Coach Station via Public Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

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 165 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 via Bristol which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Cardiff to Plymouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Plymouth bus from?

Cardiff to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place 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 via Bristol which takes 3h 29m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Cardiff to Plymouth bus arrive?

Cardiff to Plymouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Cardiff to Plymouth train arrive?

Cardiff to Plymouth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads 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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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Plymouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
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 29m
£70–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Place to Public Transport Interchangebus 216
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Fal
4h 55m
£22–43
Drive 150 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Plymouthcar 150 mi
2h 40m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Plymouthtrain Cardiff Central - Plymouth / ...
3h 32m
£75–150

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Plymouth via Bristol Temple Meads in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Plymouth Coach Station via Public Transport Interchange in around 4h 55m.

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