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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Cardiff is to bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at University RE via Public Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Plymouth and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Cardiff?

The distance between Plymouth and Cardiff is 165 miles. The road distance is 149.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Cardiff without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 58m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Plymouth to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Cardiff bus from?

Plymouth to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Cardiff train from?

Plymouth to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Cardiff is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 58m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Plymouth to Cardiff bus arrive?

Plymouth to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Public Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Plymouth to Cardiff train arrive?

Plymouth to Cardiff train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Cardiff is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Plymouth to Cardiff.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 58m
£72–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to University REbus 216
5h 2m
£22–44
Drive 149 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Cardiffcar 149 mi
2h 39m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Cardiff Centraltrain Plymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 15m
£75–150
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 29m
£73–144

Plymouth to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 164.5 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Cardiff Central via Bristol Temple Meads in around 2h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to University RE via Public Transport Interchange in around 5h 2m.

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