What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay is to train which costs £1 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay is to taxi which takes 6 min and costs £8 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Mermaid Quay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 and arriving at Mount Stuart Square. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Castle and Mermaid Quay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Cardiff Bay. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Mermaid Quay is 2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay without a car is to line 304 bus which takes 20 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay?

The line 304 bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Mount Stuart Square takes 7 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay bus from?

Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay train from?

Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay is to line 304 bus which takes 20 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £1 and takes 24 min.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Mount Stuart Square station.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay train arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bay station.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay?

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Where can I stay near Mermaid Quay?

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Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 304 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay by bus, taxi, foot, or train

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Line 304 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Mount Stuart Squarebus 304
20 min
£3
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Cardiff Baytrain Cardiff Queen Street - Cardiff Bay / ...
24 min
£1
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quaytaxi 2.8 mi
6 min
£8–11
Walk
1. Take the walk from Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quaywalk 1.7 mi
33 min

Cardiff Castle to Mermaid Quay by foot and bus

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Distance: 2.1 mi
Duration: 20 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Castle, Wales and Mermaid Quay, Wales?

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Mount Stuart Square hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 7 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Cardiff Bay every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £1 and the journey takes 3 min.

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