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

The cheapest way to get from Cathays to Penarth is to line 27 bus and line 92 bus which costs £2 and takes 46 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 £16 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Cathays and Penarth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Josephs Convent and arriving at Rectory Road. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Cathays to Penarth?

The distance between Cathays and Penarth is 6 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 line 27 bus and train which takes 42 min and costs £2 - £5.

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

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Cathays to Penarth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cathays to Penarth bus from?

Cathays to Penarth bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from St Josephs Convent station.

Where does the Cathays to Penarth bus arrive?

Cathays to Penarth bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

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 1706+ hotels available in Penarth.

Cathays to Penarth - 6 ways to travel via train, line 27 bus, bus, taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Cathays to Penarth by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Line 27 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from St Josephs Convent to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus 136 / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Penarthtrain Coryton - Penarth / ...
42 min
£3–5
Drive 6.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cathays to Penarthcar 6.3 mi
15 min
£2–3
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cathays High School to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132 / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Penarthtrain Coryton - Penarth / ...
47 min
£3–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cathays to Penarthtaxi 6.3 mi
15 min
£16–20
Line 27 bus, line 92 bus
1. Take the bus from St Josephs Convent to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus 136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6 to Albert Roadbus 305 / ...
46 min
£2
Line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from St Josephs Convent to Rectory Roadbus 7
1h 14m
£2

Cathays to Penarth by bus and train

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Distance: 5.8 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

You can take a bus from St Josephs Convent to Albert Road via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6 in around 46 min.

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