What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cathays?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cathays is to bus which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Cathays?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Cathays is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Cathays?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Cathays?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Cathays. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

How far is it from Bristol to Cathays?

The distance between Bristol and Cathays is 45 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Cathays without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cathays without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £7 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Cathays?

The bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cathays bus from?

Bristol to Cathays bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cathays train from?

Bristol to Cathays train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Cathays?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cathays is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £7 - £12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £35 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Bristol to Cathays bus arrive?

Bristol to Cathays bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Bristol to Cathays train arrive?

Bristol to Cathays train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Cathays?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Cathays is 42 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Bristol to Cathays.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bristol to Cathays?

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Where can I stay near Cathays?

There are 1732+ hotels available in Cathays.

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Cathays by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
1h 15m
£7–12
Bus via North Road Clinic
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
1h 43m
£6–14
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 33m
£15–31
Drive 41.7 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Cathayscar 41.7 mi
53 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Cathaystaxi 41.7 mi
53 min
£100–130

Bristol to Cathays by bus

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Distance: 44.6 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Cathays, Wales?

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £7–12 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £16–29 and the journey takes 49 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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