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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle is to line 304 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £30 - £40.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

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

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Cardiff Castle is 15 miles. The road distance is 13 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle without a car is to line 304 bus and train which takes 1h 12m and costs £6 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle, including transfers.

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

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

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

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle is 13 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Castle?

There are 1717+ hotels available in Cardiff Castle.

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

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

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle 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 / ...
1h 12m
£6–9
Line 304 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
1h 37m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castletaxi 12.9 mi
24 min
£30–40
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Cardiff Castlerideshare 12.9 mi
24 min
Drive 12.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castlecar 12.9 mi
24 min
£4–5

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff Castle by bus, train, and foot

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.8 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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