What is the cheapest way to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Cardiff Central via Newton Abbot and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between Torquay and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 144 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

How do I travel from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car?

The best way to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) train from?

Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) train arrive?

Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 44m
£60–116
Drive 130.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 130.9 mi
2h 30m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 1m
£60–103
Line 11 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cary Parade to Trianglebus 11
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 41m
£62–108

Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train and bus

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3h 44mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Torquay to Cardiff Bay (Water).

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Distance: 143.6 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Torquay, England and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

You can take a train from Paignton to Mount Stuart Square via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, Cardiff Central, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 in around 3h 44m.

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