What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cimla?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Cimla is to bus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cimla?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Cimla is to train which takes 41 min and costs £12 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Cimla?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Cimla. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Southgate Street via Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Cimla?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Neath. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Cimla?

The distance between Cardiff and Cimla is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Cimla without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cimla without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £12 - £29.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Cimla?

The train from Cardiff Central to Neath takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cimla bus from?

Cardiff to Cimla bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Cimla train from?

Cardiff to Cimla train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Cimla?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Cimla is to train which takes 41 min and costs £12 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Cimla bus arrive?

Cardiff to Cimla bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bay Campus station.

Where does the Cardiff to Cimla train arrive?

Cardiff to Cimla train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Neath station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Cimla?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Cimla is 39 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Cardiff to Cimla.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Cimla?

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Where can I stay near Cimla?

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Cardiff to Cimla - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Cimla by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
41 min
£12–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bay Campusbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Southgate Streetbus X5
1h 39m
£9–13
Drive 38.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cimlacar 38.7 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Cimlataxi 38.7 mi
49 min
£170–210

Cardiff to Cimla by train

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Distance: 37.7 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Cimla, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Neath hourly. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 41 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Southgate Street via Bay Campus in around 1h 39m.

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