What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff is to line 304 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £55 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Avondale Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rhoose and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff is 16 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff without a car is to line 304 bus which takes 1h 14m and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff?

The line 304 bus from Cardiff Airport to Avondale Gardens takes 1h 14m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Cardiff train from?

Cardiff Airport to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhoose station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff is to line 304 bus which takes 1h 14m and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Cardiff bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Avondale Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Cardiff train arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport to Cardiff is 13 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 304 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Avondale Gardensbus 304
1h 14m
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Rhoose to Cardiff Centraltrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 16m
£4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport to Cardifftaxi 12.5 mi
23 min
£55–75
Drive 12.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiffcar 12.5 mi
23 min
£4–5

Cardiff Airport to Cardiff by bus

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Distance: 16 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Airport to Avondale Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 14m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhoose to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 35 min.

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