Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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 August
Estimated hotel price
£95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cardigan in August
Estimated hotel price
£95
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. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

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

You can travel by bus to Cardigan using FlixBus or National Express. From Cardiff, the bus ride to Cardigan takes 55 miles and will cost you around £7. From London, the ticket costs about £20 for a journey of 270 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. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Loganair, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

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

You can travel by bus to Cardigan using FlixBus or National Express. From Cardiff, the bus ride to Cardigan takes 55 miles and will cost you around £7. From London, the ticket costs about £20 for a journey of 270 miles.

Airports near Cardigan

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
SWSSwansea Fairwood Comm

Airlines serving Cardigan

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,575 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,052 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (911 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,221 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,394 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (637 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,851 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,130 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (287 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (675 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,219 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,202 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (508 reviews)
AccesRail
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Where to stay in Cardigan

Average rates range from around £112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £147 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Cardigan

Most booked hotels in Cardigan

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Flambards Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£82+
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Gwbert Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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The Cliff Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£97+
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The Angel Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£64+
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The Penrallt Country House Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£115+
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Homestay - Peaceful cottage close to the coast
0 stars
Poor (0, Poor reviews)
£37+
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Hiring a car in Cardigan

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.33 and £21.78.

Expect to pay £1.37 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 £16.33 and £21.78.