What is the cheapest way to get from Clifton to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Clifton to Cardiff is to rideshare which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Clifton to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Clifton to Cardiff is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Clifton and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bristol Bus Station station and arriving at Cardiff North Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Clifton and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Clifton to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Clifton Down and arriving at Cardiff Central via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Clifton to Cardiff?

The distance between Clifton and Cardiff is 42 miles. The road distance is 39.7 miles.

How do I travel from Clifton to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Clifton to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Clifton to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Clifton to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clifton to Cardiff bus from?

Clifton to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Clifton to Cardiff train from?

Clifton to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Clifton Down station.

Train or bus from Clifton to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Clifton to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 21m and costs £16 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £20 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Clifton to Cardiff bus arrive?

Clifton to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Clifton to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Clifton to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Clifton to Cardiff is 40 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Clifton to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Clifton to Cardiff?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Clifton to Cardiff?

Book your Clifton to Cardiff bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1717+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Clifton to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Clifton and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Clifton to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and line 8 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Clifton to Cardiff by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Clifton Down to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Severn Beach - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 21m
£17–38
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Bristol to Cardiffrideshare 41.7 mi
1h 6m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
1h 30m
£5–20
Line 8 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Alma Road to The Haymarketbus 8
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2h 27m
£10–23
Drive 39.5 mi
1. Drive from Clifton to Cardiffcar 39.5 mi
54 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Clifton to Cardifftaxi 39.5 mi
54 min
£100–130

Clifton to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 41.7 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Clifton, Bristol, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Clifton Down to Cardiff Central via Bristol Temple Meads in around 1h 21m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Road hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 1h 30m. National Express also services this route 4 times a day.

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