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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Cardigan is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Taunton to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Blackbrook BP Garage and arriving at Finch Square A via Public Transport Interchange, Sophia Gardens and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Taunton to Cardigan?

The distance between Taunton and Cardigan is 197 miles. The road distance is 167.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus via Swansea which takes 6h 8m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Taunton to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Cardigan bus from?

Taunton to Cardigan bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Blackbrook BP Garage station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Cardigan train from?

Taunton to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Taunton to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Taunton to Cardigan is to train which takes 6h 44m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Taunton to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taunton to Cardigan train arrive?

Taunton to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Taunton to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Cardigan is 167 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Taunton to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 882+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Taunton to Cardigan - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Taunton to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Swansea
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swanseatrain
3. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
6h 8m
Drive 166.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Taunton to Cardigancar 166.4 mi
3h 7m
£41–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Synod Innbus T1c
7h 30m
Train, bus via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
6h 33m
Train
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Bristol Temple Meads - Fishguard Harbour
6h 44m
£82–139
Bus
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Sophia Gardensbus 216
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 to Finch Square Abus 460
8h 11m

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Distance: 195.8 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

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

You can take a train from Taunton to Ship Inn via Bristol Temple Meads, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Fishguard & Goodwick Station in around 6h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Finch Square A via Public Transport Interchange, Sophia Gardens, Rose and Crown, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 9 in around 8h 11m.

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