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 December
Estimated hotel price
£77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cardigan in December
Estimated hotel price
£77
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, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Cardigan.

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 Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cardigan using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Cardigan takes 270 miles and will cost you around £31. From Manchester, the ticket costs about £55 for a journey of 445 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, British Airways, Loganair and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Cardigan.

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 Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Cardigan using National Express or FlixBus. From London, the bus ride to Cardigan takes 270 miles and will cost you around £31. From Manchester, the ticket costs about £55 for a journey of 445 miles.

Airports near Cardigan

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
SWSSwansea Fairwood Comm

Airlines serving Cardigan

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,809 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,315 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (974 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,302 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,481 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,887 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (642 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,195 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (300 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,254 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (682 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,300 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (184 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (544 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 £145 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)
£89+
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The Black Lion Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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The Cliff Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Rooms at The Highcliffe
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£79+
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The Gwbert Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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Ship Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Hiring a car in Cardigan

Expect to pay £1.41 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 £16.83 and £22.43.

Expect to pay £1.41 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 £16.83 and £22.43.