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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £30 - £40.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Alfred Street via Customhouse Street JG. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

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

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Roath is 15 miles. The road distance is 14.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath without a car is to line 304 bus and train which takes 1h 5m and costs £6 - £9.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath is 14 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath.

Where can I stay near Roath?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Roath.

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

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

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath - 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 Roath 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 Queen Streettrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 5m
£6–9
Drive 14 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roathcar 14 mi
28 min
£4–5
Line 304 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JWbus 304
1h 39m
£5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roathtaxi 14 mi
28 min
£30–40
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Roathrideshare 14 mi
28 min

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Roath by bus and train

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1h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 14.7 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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