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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Cardigan is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Cardigan?

The distance between Cheltenham and Cardigan is 176 miles. The road distance is 136.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Cheltenham to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Cardigan train from?

Cheltenham to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Cardigan train arrive?

Cheltenham to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Cardigan is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cheltenham to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 899+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Cheltenham to Cardigan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
5h 33m
Drive 135.7 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to Cardigancar 135.7 mi
3h 14m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Bristol Temple Meads - Fishguard Harbour / ...
6h 30m
£73–132

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Ship Inn via Cardiff Central, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Fishguard & Goodwick Station in around 6h 30m.

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