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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £10.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Rhoose and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Bridgend. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

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

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Port Talbot is 30 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £10 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 41m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot is to train which takes 1h 41m and costs £10 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £22 and takes 2h 54m.

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

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

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot train arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bridgend station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot is 28 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot.

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1173+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

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

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

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rhoose to Bridgendtrain Rhymney - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
1h 41m
£10–21
Drive 28.1 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbotcar 28.1 mi
42 min
£7–10
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
2h 21m
£16–31
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Port Talbotrideshare 28.1 mi
42 min
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbottaxi 28.1 mi
42 min
£60–75
Line 304 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201 / ...
2h 54m
£10–22

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Port Talbot by bus and train

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Distance: 29.7 mi
Duration: 1h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Cardiff Airport Holiday Inn Express to Port Talbot Parkway via Rhoose station, Rhoose, and Bridgend in around 1h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, and Sophia Gardens in around 2h 54m.

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