What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Pottery Lane via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Saunton Sands?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Saunton Sands. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Barnstaple via Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

The distance between Cardiff and Saunton Sands is 162 miles. The road distance is 134.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Saunton Sands without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 22m and costs £80 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Saunton Sands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Saunton Sands train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 22m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Saunton Sands bus arrive?

Cardiff to Saunton Sands bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Saunton Sands train arrive?

Cardiff to Saunton Sands train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Saunton Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Saunton Sands is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Cardiff to Saunton Sands.

Where can I stay near Saunton Sands?

There are 2212+ hotels available in Saunton Sands.

Cardiff to Saunton Sands - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Saunton Sands by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 22m
£83–158
Drive 133.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Saunton Sandscar 133.7 mi
2h 42m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Pottery Lanebus 502 / ...
6h 20m
£56–104
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 22m
£82–149

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Saunton Sands, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Saunton Sands via Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 4h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Saunton Sands via Bus Station and Pottery Lane in around 6h 20m.

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