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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ruthin is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ruthin is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ruthin?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ruthin. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Feathers Inn via Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ruthin?

The distance between Cardiff and Ruthin is 174 miles. The road distance is 148.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ruthin without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Cardiff to Ruthin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ruthin bus from?

Cardiff to Ruthin bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Ruthin bus arrive?

Cardiff to Ruthin bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ruthin?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ruthin is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Cardiff to Ruthin.

Where can I stay near Ruthin?

There are 813+ hotels available in Ruthin.

Cardiff to Ruthin - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Ruthin by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Feathers Innbus T8
5h 4m
Drive 147.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ruthincar 147.3 mi
3h 10m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Feathers Innbus T8
8h 8m

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Distance: 173.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ruthin, Wales?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Feathers Inn via Birmingham Coach Station and Chester Bus Interchange in around 8h 8m.

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