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

The cheapest way to get from Montgomery to Cardiff is to bus and train via Merthyr Tydfil which costs £17 - £26 and takes 5h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Montgomery to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Montgomery and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Montgomery to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Montgomery Town Hall and arriving at Greyfriars Road GJ via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Montgomery and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Montgomery to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

How far is it from Montgomery to Cardiff?

The distance between Montgomery and Cardiff is 129 miles. The road distance is 100.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Montgomery to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 17m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Montgomery to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montgomery to Cardiff bus from?

Montgomery to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Montgomery to Cardiff train from?

Montgomery to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Montgomery to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Montgomery to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 19m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £23 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Montgomery to Cardiff bus arrive?

Montgomery to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station 7.

Where does the Montgomery to Cardiff train arrive?

Montgomery to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Montgomery to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Montgomery to Cardiff is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Montgomery to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1766+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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There are 5 ways to get from Montgomery to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Montgomery Town Hall to Bus Stationbus 558
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 17m
£38–63
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
5h 58m
£17–22
Bus, train via Merthyr Tydfil
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
5h 22m
£18–25
Drive 99.8 mi
1. Drive from Montgomery to Cardiffcar 99.8 mi
2h 15m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 19m
£44–74

Montgomery to Cardiff by bus and train

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Distance: 128.4 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Montgomery, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Montgomery Town Hall to Greyfriars Road GJ via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 8 in around 5h 58m.

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