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2 h 3 min
176 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to South West

Composite routes from Cardiff to South West

Cheapest
2 h 3 min
Car
176 km.
from $9
Other
2 h 54 min
80 km.
from $146.11
5 h 48 min
80 km.
from $35.72

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.92–$21.52

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$63.29
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$51.90–$120.25
Train from Cardiff Central to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
2h 32m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$75.95–$177.21

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Cardiff Central to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
47 min
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$75.95
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$60.76–$151.89

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South West?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South West is to bus which costs $19.57 - $30.43 and takes 5h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to South West?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to South West is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs $34.78 - $51.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and South West?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to South West. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Creedy Bridge via Bristol Bus Station and Sidwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Cardiff to South West?

The distance between Cardiff and South West is 197 km. The road distance is 174.5 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to South West without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South West without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 54m and costs $81.52 - $228.26 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to South West?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Cardiff to South West, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to South West bus from?

Cardiff to South West bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to South West?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South West is to train via Bristol which takes 2h 54m and costs $81.52 - $228.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $30.43 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to South West bus arrive?

Cardiff to South West bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to South West?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to South West is 175 km. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Cardiff to South West.

Where can I stay near South West?

There are 707+ hotels available in South West. Prices start at $35.96 per night.
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