What is the cheapest way to get from Cathays to Penarth?

The cheapest way to get from Cathays to Penarth is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 15 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cathays to Penarth?

The fastest way to get from Cathays to Penarth is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £30 - £40.

How far is it from Cathays to Penarth?

The distance between Cathays and Penarth is 5 miles. The road distance is 6.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cathays to Penarth without a car?

The best way to get from Cathays to Penarth without a car is to bus and train which takes 41 min and costs £3 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Cathays to Penarth?

It takes approximately 41 min to get from Cathays to Penarth, including transfers.

Can I drive from Cathays to Penarth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cathays to Penarth is 6 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Cathays to Penarth.

Where can I stay near Penarth?

There are 1716+ hotels available in Penarth.

Cathays to Penarth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 132 bus, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cathays to Penarth by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from St Josephs Convent to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132 / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Dingle Roadtrain Coryton - Penarth / ...
41 min
£3–6
Drive 6.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cathays to Penarthcar 6.3 mi
15 min
£2–3
Line 132 bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Road Clinic to Hollybush Innbus 132 / ...
2. Take the train from Coryton to Penarthtrain Coryton - Penarth
1h 8m
£5–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cathays to Penarthtaxi 6.3 mi
15 min
£30–40

Cathays to Penarth by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 5.4 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Cathays, Wales and Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Cathays to Penarth. However, you can take the bus to Greyfriars Road GF, walk to Cardiff Central, then take the train to Dingle Road. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Road Clinic to Penarth via Hollybush Inn and Coryton in around 1h 8m.

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