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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Cardigan is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Cardigan is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Newton Abbot and Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Torquay to Cardigan?

The distance between Torquay and Cardigan is 256 miles. The road distance is 218.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Torquay to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Cardigan train from?

Torquay to Cardigan train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the Torquay to Cardigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Cardigan is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Torquay to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 882+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Torquay to Cardigan - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Torquay to Cardigan by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot 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
8h 11m
Drive 217 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Torquay to Cardigancar 217 mi
3h 58m
£54–78
Train
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Bristol Temple Meads - Fishguard Harbour
8h 18m
£106–201
Train, bus via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Finch Square Abus 460
9h 22m

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Distance: 254.4 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Ship Inn via Newton Abbot, Bristol Temple Meads, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Fishguard & Goodwick Station in around 8h 18m.

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