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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Cardiff is to bus which costs £19 - £40 and takes 8h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Mereside and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Kings Statue, Trinity Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Portland to Cardiff?

The distance between Portland and Cardiff is 130 miles. The road distance is 112.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Portland to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland to Cardiff bus from?

Portland to Cardiff bus services, operated by South West Coaches, depart from Trinity Street station.

Where do I catch the Portland to Cardiff train from?

Portland to Cardiff train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.

Train or bus from Portland to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Portland to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 8h 9m.

Where does the Portland to Cardiff bus arrive?

Portland to Cardiff bus services, operated by South West Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Portland to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Portland to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Cardiff is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Portland to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Cardiff Centraltrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central
4h 53m
£53–103
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trinity Street to Bus Stationbus Cr5
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 376
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
8h 9m
£20–38
Drive 112 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Cardiffcar 112 mi
2h 47m
£28–40
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Gloucester / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 59m
£52–103

Portland to Cardiff by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 129.7 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Portland, Dorset, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Weymouth to Cardiff Central once a week. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mereside to Sophia Gardens via Kings Statue, Trinity Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 9m.

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