What is the cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Taunton?

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Taunton is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardigan to Taunton?

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Taunton is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Taunton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Finch Square A and arriving at County Hall via Rose and Crown, Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Cardigan and Taunton?

No, there is no direct train from Cardigan to Taunton. However, there are services departing from Fishguard & Goodwick and arriving at Taunton via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 8m.

How far is it from Cardigan to Taunton?

The distance between Cardigan and Taunton is 194 miles. The road distance is 168.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardigan to Taunton without a car?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Taunton without a car is to bus and train via Bristol which takes 5h 32m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardigan to Taunton?

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Cardigan to Taunton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Taunton bus from?

Cardigan to Taunton bus services, operated by Morris Travel, depart from Finch Square A station.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Taunton train from?

Cardigan to Taunton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Fishguard & Goodwick station.

Train or bus from Cardigan to Taunton?

The best way to get from Cardigan to Taunton is to train which takes 6h 8m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Cardigan to Taunton bus arrive?

Cardigan to Taunton bus services, operated by Morris Travel, arrive at Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9.

Where does the Cardigan to Taunton train arrive?

Cardigan to Taunton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Taunton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Taunton is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Cardigan to Taunton.

Where can I stay near Taunton?

There are 804+ hotels available in Taunton.

Cardigan to Taunton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardigan to Taunton by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train via Bristol
best
1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen stationbus 460
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
5h 32m
Drive 167.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardigan to Tauntoncar 167.4 mi
3h 8m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Tresillian Waybus T1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tauntontrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
7h 56m
Train
1. Take the train from Fishguard & Goodwick to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Fishguard Harbour - Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 8m
£83–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9bus 460
2. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 112 / ...
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to County Hallbus 502 / ...
8h 57m

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Finch Square C to Taunton via Fishguard & Goodwick Station, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Bristol Temple Meads in around 6h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Finch Square A to County Hall via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9, Rose and Crown, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Bus Station in around 8h 57m.

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