What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 which costs £8 and takes 2h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Talbot Parkway 6 and arriving at Mermaid Quay. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between Port Talbot and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 35 miles. The road distance is 35.4 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to bus which takes 56 min and costs .

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The bus from Port Talbot Parkway 6 to Mermaid Quay takes 56 min including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus from?

Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Port Talbot Parkway 6 station.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) train from?

Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to bus which takes 56 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £28 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Mermaid Quay station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) train arrive?

Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 35 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1755+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water) by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway 6 to Mermaid Quaybus T1c
56 min
Bus via Sophia Gardens
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
1h 24m
£8–15
Train
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
59 min
£12–28
Drive 35.2 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 35.2 mi
45 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Talbot to Cardiff Bay (Water)taxi 35.2 mi
45 min
£150–190
Bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 7 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1bus X1
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 to Park Street JUbus X2
2h 23m
£8

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Distance: 34.9 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Port Talbot Parkway 6 to Mermaid Quay twice daily, and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 43 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly.

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