What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Snowdonia (Mountain)?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain). However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand B via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Snowdonia (Mountain)?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain). However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain)?

The distance between Cardiff and Snowdonia (Mountain) is 222 miles. The road distance is 156.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £120 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain)?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) bus from?

Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) train from?

Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain)?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 20m.

Where does the Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) bus arrive?

Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain).

Where can I stay near Snowdonia (Mountain)?

There are 2206+ hotels available in Snowdonia (Mountain).

Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain) 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
4h 32m
£120–175
Drive 155.6 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Snowdonia (Mountain)car 155.6 mi
3h 39m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus 1
7h 20m

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Distance: 220.6 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Snowdonia (Mountain), Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Snowdonia (Mountain) via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 and Porthmadog Park Stand B in around 7h 20m.

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