What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly is to train which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Bay (Water) and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Mount Stuart Square and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Bay (Water) and Caerphilly?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cogan and arriving at Caerphilly. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly?

The distance between Cardiff Bay (Water) and Caerphilly is 11 miles. The road distance is 13 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £8.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly?

The train from Cogan to Caerphilly takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly bus from?

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly train from?

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cogan station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly is to train which takes 31 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 26 bus, which costs £7 - £9 and takes 1h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn station.

Where does the Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly train arrive?

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Caerphilly station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly is 13 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly?

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Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 26 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cogan to Caerphillytrain Barry Island - Rhymney / ...
31 min
£4–8
Line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Caerphilly Library / The Twynbus 26
1h 33m
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphillytaxi 12.9 mi
35 min
£60–75
Drive 12.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphillycar 12.9 mi
35 min
£4–5

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Caerphilly by train

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Distance: 10.5 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales and Caerphilly, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cogan to Caerphilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 46 min.

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