Cardigan travel guide

Cardigan Tourism | Cardigan Guide

You're Going to Love Cardigan

With a population of 5,301, Cardigan is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cardigan to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Cardigan

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ferry Inn (Poppit Road) and Mannucci’s Italian Restaurant (1 High St) are great picks.

When to visit Cardigan

Cardigan in November
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cardigan in November
Estimated hotel price
£52
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Cardigan

Plane

Although Cardigan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Swansea Fairwood Comm (SWS), which is located 42 miles from Cardigan.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cardigan, followed by Great Western Railway.

Car

Another option to get to Cardigan is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 198 miles from Cardigan. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cardigan, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Cardigan takes 225 miles and will cost you around £17. From London, the ticket costs about £22 for a journey of 263 miles.

Plane

Although Cardigan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Swansea Fairwood Comm (SWS), which is located 42 miles from Cardigan.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cardigan, followed by Great Western Railway.

Car

Another option to get to Cardigan is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 198 miles from Cardigan. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cardigan, including National Express, Megabus and FlixBus. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Cardigan takes 225 miles and will cost you around £17. From London, the ticket costs about £22 for a journey of 263 miles.

Airports near Cardigan

Airlines serving Cardigan

KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,628 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (730 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (747 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,432 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,394 reviews)
GOL
Good (699 reviews)
Vueling
Good (798 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (493 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (164 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (497 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (102 reviews)
Corendon Airlines
Okay (9 reviews)
SunExpress
Good (105 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cardigan

Average rates range from around £104 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £143 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cardigan

Most booked hotels in Cardigan

Gwbert Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£97+
Rooms at The Highcliffe
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£75+
The Cliff Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£74+
The Angel Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£59+

Hiring a car in Cardigan

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Cardigan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.85 and £23.79.

Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Cardigan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.85 and £23.79.