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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Great Yarmouth to Cardiff among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £55, while a train costs an average of £98.
Distance: 358 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£55 Average Price Cheapest | £98 Average Price | £69 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 50m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Great Yarmouth to Cardiff, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Great Yarmouth to Cardiff:
A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Great Yarmouth to Cardiff costing on average £98.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 50m.
Tickets start at around £55 compared to roughly £69 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 8h 20m versus 5h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Cardiff from Great Yarmouth by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Great Yarmouth to Cardiff is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Cardiff are Bristol, Bath, Swansea, Newport and Cheltenham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Cardiff on Omio.
Bristol is known for its maritime past, inventive culture and distinctive street art. Around the harbourside and Clifton, historic landmarks and a strong independent scene give the city an energetic but relaxed feel.
Bath is known for its Roman Baths, graceful Georgian architecture and links to Jane Austen. Its compact centre feels elegant yet lively, with historic streets, independent shops and a long-standing spa culture.
Swansea is known for its sweeping bay, maritime past and connection to Dylan Thomas. The city mixes a practical urban centre with a waterfront feel and quick access to the Gower coast.
Newport is a South Wales city known for its industrial past, the Transporter Bridge and riverside setting on the Usk. Regenerated shopping areas and historic sites give it a practical mix of modern city life and local heritage.
Cheltenham is a Regency spa town known for elegant architecture, garden squares and a lively festival calendar. It is especially associated with jump racing and the Cheltenham Festival, balanced by a refined town-centre atmosphere.
Travel to Cardiff easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Great Yarmouth to Cardiff.
This is compared to other travel options from Great Yarmouth to Cardiff:
A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Great Yarmouth to Cardiff costing on average £98.
Other travel options to Cardiff take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 50m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Great Yarmouth and Cardiff as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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