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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station is to line 304 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff Central Station?

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 34 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff Central Station is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.5 miles.

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

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station is 12 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station.

Where can I stay near Cardiff Central Station?

There are 1729+ hotels available in Cardiff Central Station.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station by bus, train, taxi, 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 / ...
58 min
£6–9
Line 304 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
1h 23m
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Rhoose to Cardiff Centraltrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 15m
£4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Stationtaxi 12.4 mi
23 min
£29–35
Drive 12.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Stationcar 12.4 mi
23 min
£3–5

Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Central Station by bus and train

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Distance: 14 mi
Duration: 58 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhoose to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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