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

The cheapest way to get from Newtown to Cardiff is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtown to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Newtown and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtown station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Greyfriars Road GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Newtown and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Newtown to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Newtown (Powys) and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Newtown to Cardiff?

The distance between Newtown and Cardiff is 140 miles. The road distance is 91.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtown to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £50 - £100.

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

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

Where do I catch the Newtown to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Newtown to Cardiff train from?

Newtown to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.

Train or bus from Newtown to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Newtown to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £50 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Newtown to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newtown to Cardiff train arrive?

Newtown to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Newtown to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtown to Cardiff is 91 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Newtown to Cardiff.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 3m
£54–97
Drive 90.8 mi
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1. Drive from Newtown to Cardiffcar 90.8 mi
2h 4m
£22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
4h
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
4h 14m

Newtown to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 138.9 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Newtown, Powys, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Newtown (Powys) to Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Greyfriars Road GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 4h 14m.

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