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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay is to line 304 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £27 - £35.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at The Flourish. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 18m.

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

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Cardiff Bay is 15 miles. The road distance is 11.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay without a car is to line 304 bus and train and bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £7 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay, including transfers.

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

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

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

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Flourish station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay is 12 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay.

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

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

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay - 5 ways to travel via train

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

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Line 304 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Barry Hotelbus 304
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6 to Millennium Centrebus 6 / ...
1h 15m
£7–12
Drive 11.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Baycar 11.6 mi
24 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Baytaxi 11.6 mi
24 min
£27–35
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Cardiff Bayrideshare 11.6 mi
24 min
Line 304 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to The Flourishbus 304
1h 18m
£3

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay by bus and train

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Airport to The Flourish hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 18m.

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