What is the cheapest way to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay is to bus which costs £23 - £70 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay?

The fastest way to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Newquay and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Newquay station to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Millennium Centre via Plymouth Coach Station, Public Transport Interchange and Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Newquay and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Newquay to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Newquay and arriving at Cardiff Central via Par, Plymouth and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Newquay to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Newquay and Cardiff Bay is 221 miles. The road distance is 186 miles.

How do I travel from Newquay to Cardiff Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train via Plymouth which takes 5h 54m and costs £95 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Cardiff Bay bus from?

Newquay to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Newquay to Cardiff Bay train from?

Newquay to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.

Train or bus from Newquay to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay is to train via Plymouth which takes 5h 54m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £70 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Newquay to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Newquay to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Plymouth Coach Station.

Where does the Newquay to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

Newquay to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Newquay to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Newquay to Cardiff Bay is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Newquay to Cardiff Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Newquay to Cardiff Bay?

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Newquay to Cardiff Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Newquay to Cardiff Bay by train, bus, or car

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Train via Plymouth
best
1. Take the train from Par to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 54m
£97–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus 406 / ...
2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway GRbus 216
7h 25m
£23–67
Drive 184.9 mi
1. Drive from Newquay to Cardiff Baycar 184.9 mi
3h 30m
£45–65
Train
1. Take the train from St Austell to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
6h 51m
£94–177

Newquay to Cardiff Bay by train

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Distance: 220.1 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Newquay, England and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

You can take a train from Newquay to Cardiff Central via Par, Plymouth, and Bristol Parkway in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Millennium Centre via Plymouth Coach Station, Public Transport Interchange, and Kingsway GR in around 7h 25m.

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