What is the cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to bus via Bridgend College which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Mermaid Quay. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between Bridgend and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 22 miles. The road distance is 23.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to bus which takes 36 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The bus from Sarn Odeon to Mermaid Quay takes 36 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus from?

Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) train from?

Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to bus which takes 36 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £19 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus arrive?

Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Mermaid Quay station.

Where does the Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) train arrive?

Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 23 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1755+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water) by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Mermaid Quaybus T1c
36 min
Bus via Bridgend College
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridgend College to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
1h 27m
£4–6
Train
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff Centraltrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
41 min
£8–18
Drive 23 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 23 mi
35 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Cardiff Bay (Water)taxi 23 mi
35 min
£100–130

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Sarn Odeon to Mermaid Quay once daily, and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Bridgend to Cardiff Central every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 29 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly.

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