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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to line 304 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £26 - £32.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Sports Village. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Rhoose and arriving at Grangetown (Cardiff) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

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

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 15 miles. The road distance is 11.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to line 304 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £3.

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

The line 304 bus from Cardiff Airport to Sports Village takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to line 304 bus which takes 1h 7m and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 31m.

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

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

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

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Grangetown (Cardiff) station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 11 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

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

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

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

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Line 304 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Sports Villagebus 304
1h 7m
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Rhoose to Grangetown (Cardiff)train Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 31m
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water)taxi 11.3 mi
31 min
£26–32
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Cardiff Bay (Water)rideshare 11.3 mi
31 min
Drive 11.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 11.3 mi
31 min
£3–4

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Bay (Water) by bus

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Distance: 14.8 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Airport to Sports Village every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhoose to Grangetown (Cardiff) hourly. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 29 min.

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