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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Nailsea is to bus which costs £8 - £14 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Nailsea is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Nailsea?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Nailsea. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Secondary School via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Nailsea?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Nailsea & Backwell. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Nailsea?

The distance between Cardiff and Nailsea is 46 miles. The road distance is 41.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Nailsea without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £19 - £35.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Nailsea & Backwell takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Nailsea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Nailsea train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Nailsea?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Nailsea is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Cardiff to Nailsea bus arrive?

Cardiff to Nailsea bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff to Nailsea train arrive?

Cardiff to Nailsea train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Nailsea & Backwell station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Nailsea?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Nailsea is 42 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Cardiff to Nailsea.

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

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Where can I stay near Nailsea?

There are 2018+ hotels available in Nailsea.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nailsea & Backwelltrain Cardiff Central - Taunton / ...
1h 6m
£19–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Secondary Schoolbus X9
1h 52m
£8–13
Drive 41.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Nailseacar 41.5 mi
56 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Nailseataxi 41.5 mi
56 min
£180–220

Cardiff to Nailsea by train

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Distance: 45.8 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Nailsea, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Nailsea & Backwell hourly. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Secondary School via Bus Station in around 1h 52m.

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