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

The cheapest way to get from Tywyn to Cardiff is to bus via Newtown which costs £20 - £27 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tywyn to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Tywyn and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Tywyn to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from High Street M and arriving at Tresillian Way via Clock and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Tywyn and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Tywyn to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Tywyn and arriving at Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Tywyn to Cardiff?

The distance between Tywyn and Cardiff is 180 miles. The road distance is 116.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tywyn to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Tywyn to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tywyn to Cardiff bus from?

Tywyn to Cardiff bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Tywyn to Cardiff train from?

Tywyn to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.

Train or bus from Tywyn to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Tywyn to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Tywyn to Cardiff bus arrive?

Tywyn to Cardiff bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Tresillian Way station.

Where does the Tywyn to Cardiff train arrive?

Tywyn to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Tywyn to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Tywyn to Cardiff is 116 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Tywyn to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Tywyn to Cardiff?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 7m
£69–129
Bus via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
8h 15m
£20–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
7h 39m
Drive 115.7 mi
1. Drive from Tywyn to Cardiffcar 115.7 mi
3h 3m
£29–42

Tywyn to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 179.3 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Tywyn to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Way once daily, and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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