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
£74
1 night at 3-star hotel
Cardigan in December
Estimated hotel price
£74
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 67 km from Cardigan. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Aurigny Air, Loganair 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 318 km 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 447 km and will cost you around £17. From Manchester, the ticket costs about £30 for a journey of 829 km.

Plane

Although Cardigan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Swansea Fairwood Comm (SWS), which is located 67 km from Cardigan. Bristol Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, Aurigny Air, Loganair 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 318 km 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 447 km and will cost you around £17. From Manchester, the ticket costs about £30 for a journey of 829 km.

Airports near Cardigan

BRSBristol
CWLCardiff Wales
SWSSwansea Fairwood Comm

Airlines serving Cardigan

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,127 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,375 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (952 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,255 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,443 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,866 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (636 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,160 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (294 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (678 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,238 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,252 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (528 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (179 reviews)
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Where to stay in Cardigan

Average rates range from around £96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £123 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)
£80+
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The Cliff Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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Rooms at The Highcliffe
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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The Black Lion Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£74+
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The Gwbert Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Ship Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£55+
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Hiring a car in Cardigan

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.49 and £20.65.

Expect to pay £1.30 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 £15.49 and £20.65.