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

The cheapest way to get from Padstow to Cardiff is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Padstow to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Padstow and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Padstow to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bodmin Parkway and arriving at Cardiff Central via Plymouth and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Padstow to Cardiff?

The distance between Padstow and Cardiff is 212 miles. The road distance is 178.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Padstow to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Padstow to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Padstow to Cardiff train from?

Padstow to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bodmin Parkway station.

Where does the Padstow to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Padstow to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Padstow to Cardiff is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Padstow to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1724+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Padstow to Cardiff - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 57 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Padstow to Cardiff by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
4h 59m
£121–210
Drive 177.6 mi
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1. Drive from Padstow to Cardiffcar 177.6 mi
3h 30m
£44–63
Line 57 bus, train
1. Take the bus from New Street to Bodmin Parkway Stationbus 57
2. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
6h 27m
£88–163

Padstow to Cardiff by bus and train

1Weekly Services

6h 27mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.2 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Padstow, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a vehicle from Padstow to Cardiff Central via Bodmin Parkway, Plymouth, and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 59m.

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