Cardigan travel guide

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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, FlixBus and Megabus. From London, the bus ride to Cardigan takes 263 miles and will cost you around £20. From Southampton, the ticket costs about £35 for a journey of 528 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, FlixBus and Megabus. From London, the bus ride to Cardigan takes 263 miles and will cost you around £20. From Southampton, the ticket costs about £35 for a journey of 528 miles.

Airports near Cardigan

Airlines serving Cardigan

KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,590 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,437 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (726 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (766 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,441 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (3,405 reviews)
GOL
Good (698 reviews)
Vueling
Good (800 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (498 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (159 reviews)
Aegean Airlines
Excellent (494 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (99 reviews)
SunExpress
Good (105 reviews)
Corendon Airlines
Okay (9 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cardigan

Average rates range from around £98 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £133 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)
£64+
The Angel Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£60+

Hiring a car in Cardigan

Hiring a car in Cardigan costs £50 per day, on average.

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 £17.81 and £23.75.

Hiring a car in Cardigan costs £50 per day, on average.

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 £17.81 and £23.75.