What is the cheapest way to get from Plymouth to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to South Wales is to bus which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to South Wales is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Public Transport Interchange, Greyfriars Road GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Cwmbach via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Plymouth to South Wales?

The distance between Plymouth and South Wales is 188 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

How do I travel from Plymouth to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Plymouth to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £80 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Plymouth to South Wales?

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Plymouth to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Plymouth to South Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to South Wales?

The best way to get from Plymouth to South Wales is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £55 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Plymouth to South Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Plymouth to South Wales train arrive?

Plymouth to South Wales train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to South Wales is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Plymouth to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Plymouth to South Wales?

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Where can I stay near South Wales?

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Plymouth to South Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Plymouth to South Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
4h 28m
£81–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway GRbus 216
7h 4m
£29–55
Drive 160.3 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to South Walescar 160.3 mi
3h 2m
£39–56
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbachtrain
5h 49m
£81–158

Plymouth to South Wales by train

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Distance: 187.1 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Cwmbach via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Glenboi Cemetery via Public Transport Interchange, Kingsway GR, Greyfriars Road GJ, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 7h 4m.

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