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There are 3 ways to get from Cardiff to Tresco by train, unknown, or bus

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  1. Train, travel via Plymouth

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    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Plymouthtrain train
    3. Take the train from Plymouth to Penzancetrain train
    4. Walk from Penzance to Trescounknown unknown
    7h 5m

  2. Bus, travel

    1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus bus Cp5
    2. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus Stationbus bus 504 / ...
    3. Walk from Bus Station to Trescounknown unknown
    10h 21m

  3. Train, travel

    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Penzancetrain train Cardiff Central - Penzance
    2. Walk from Car Park to Trescounknown unknown
    8h 52m

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  • Distance: 280.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 5m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Tresco, England?

There is no direct connection from Cardiff to Tresco. However, you can take the train to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Plymouth, take the train to Penzance, then travel to Tresco. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Tresco via Plymouth Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 21m.

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