What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Cardigan?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Cardigan is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 4h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Cardigan?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Southampton to Cardigan?

The distance between Southampton and Cardigan is 228 miles. The road distance is 203 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Cardigan without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 10m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Cardigan?

It takes approximately 7h 10m to get from Southampton to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Cardigan train from?

Southampton to Cardigan train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton to Cardigan train arrive?

Southampton to Cardigan train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Cardigan is 203 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Southampton to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 899+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Southampton to Cardigan - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
7h 10m
Drive 201.8 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Cardigancar 201.8 mi
4h 22m
£50–71
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Bristol Temple Meads - Fishguard Harbour
7h 55m
£97–180

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Distance: 226.9 mi
Duration: 7h 10m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Ship Inn via Bristol Temple Meads, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Fishguard & Goodwick Station in around 7h 55m.

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