What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Bay and Caerphilly Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle. However, there are services departing from Mount Stuart Square and arriving at The Piccadilly via Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Bay and Caerphilly Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Bay and arriving at Caerphilly via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle?

The distance between Cardiff Bay and Caerphilly Castle is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £2 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle?

It takes approximately 38 min to get from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle bus from?

Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Mount Stuart Square station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle train from?

Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Bay station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle is to train which takes 38 min and costs £2 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and line 26 bus, which costs £7 - £9 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle train arrive?

Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle is 9 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle?

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly Castle?

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Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 304 bus

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

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1. Take the train from Cardiff Bay to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Cardiff Bay - Cardiff Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Caerphillytrain Penarth - Caerphilly / ...
38 min
£2–6
Line 304 bus, line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Mount Stuart Square to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to The Piccadillybus 26
1h 41m
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castletaxi 9.2 mi
23 min
£45–55
Drive 9.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castlecar 9.2 mi
23 min
£3–4

Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle by train and foot

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Distance: 8.8 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Bay, Wales and Caerphilly Castle, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Bay to Caerphilly Castle via Cardiff Queen Street and Caerphilly in around 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mount Stuart Square to Caerphilly Castle via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1, Greyfriars Road GJ, and The Piccadilly in around 1h 41m.

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