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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch is to train which costs £2 - £5 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch is to taxi which takes 31 min and costs £55 - £65.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch. However, there are services departing from Mount Stuart Square and arriving at Ynys Bridge via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

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

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Bay and arriving at Taffs Well. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18 min.

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

The distance between Cardiff Bay (Water) and Castell Coch is 8 miles. The road distance is 11.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £2 - £5.

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

The train from Cardiff Bay to Taffs Well takes 18 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Mount Stuart Square station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch is to train which takes 31 min and costs £2 - £5. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £6 - £8 and takes 1h 2m.

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

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

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

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Taffs Well station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch is 11 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch.

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

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Where can I stay near Castell Coch?

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Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch - 4 ways to travel via train

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

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1. Take the train from Cardiff Bay to Taffs Welltrain Cardiff Bay - Treherbert / ...
31 min
£2–5
Line 304 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Mount Stuart Square to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ynys Bridgebus 132
1h 2m
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Cochtaxi 11.4 mi
31 min
£55–65
Drive 11.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Cochcar 11.4 mi
31 min
£3–5

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Castell Coch by train and foot

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Distance: 7.9 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Bay to Taffs Well hourly. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 18 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mount Stuart Square to Castell Coch via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1, Greyfriars Road GF, and Ynys Bridge in around 1h 2m.

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