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How to get fromCardigan to Portsmouthby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardigan to Portsmouth by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen stationbus bus 460
    2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain train
    3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Portsmouth & Southseatrain train
    7h 47m

  2. Drive 220.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Cardigan to Portsmouthcar car 220.9 mi
    4h 39m
    £54–78

  3. Bus, train via Bristol

    1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen stationbus bus 460
    2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Portsmouth & Southseatrain train
    8h 7m

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 249.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Cardigan, Wales and Portsmouth, England?

There is no direct connection from Cardigan to Portsmouth. However, you can take the bus to Carmarthen station, walk to Carmarthen, take the train to Cardiff Central, then take the train to Portsmouth & Southsea. Alternatively, you can drive from Cardigan to Portsmouth in around 4h 39m.

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