What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 8h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ruthin Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Ruthin War Memorial via Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle?

The distance between Cardiff and Ruthin Castle is 174 miles. The road distance is 148.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 8m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle?

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ruthin Castle bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Ruthin Castle bus arrive?

Cardiff to Ruthin Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ruthin Castle is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Ruthin Castle.

Where can I stay near Ruthin Castle?

There are 1177+ hotels available in Ruthin Castle.

Cardiff to Ruthin Castle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Ruthin War Memorialbus T8
5h 8m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
8h 12m
£33–56
Drive 147.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ruthin Castlecar 147.9 mi
3h 10m
£37–53

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ruthin Castle, Wales?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Ruthin Castle via Birmingham Coach Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Ruthin War Memorial in around 8h 12m.

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