What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff is to line 304 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Customhouse Street JW. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Cardiff is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff without a car is to line 304 bus and train which takes 59 min and costs £6 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff bus from?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Customhouse Street JW station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff is 13 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1722+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Cardiff. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 304 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 304 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Barry Hotelbus 304
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
59 min
£6–9
Line 304 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JWbus 304
1h 23m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardifftaxi 12.5 mi
23 min
£29–35
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Cardiffrideshare 12.5 mi
23 min
Drive 12.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiffcar 12.5 mi
23 min
£4–5

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff by bus and train

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Distance: 14 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport (CWL), Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JW hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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