What is the cheapest way to get from Porth to Cardiff Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Porth to Cardiff Bay is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Porth to Cardiff Bay?

The fastest way to get from Porth to Cardiff Bay is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Porth and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Porth to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Porth Interchange Bay 5 and arriving at Millennium Centre via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Porth and Cardiff Bay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Porth and arriving at Cardiff Bay. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Porth to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Porth and Cardiff Bay is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

How do I travel from Porth to Cardiff Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Porth to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Porth to Cardiff Bay?

The train from Porth to Cardiff Bay takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Porth to Cardiff Bay bus from?

Porth to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Porth Interchange Bay 5 station.

Where do I catch the Porth to Cardiff Bay train from?

Porth to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Porth station.

Train or bus from Porth to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Porth to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 1h 58m.

Where does the Porth to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Porth to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GF station.

Where does the Porth to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

Porth to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bay station.

Can I drive from Porth to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Porth to Cardiff Bay is 18 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Porth to Cardiff Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Porth to Cardiff Bay?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

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Porth to Cardiff Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Porth to Cardiff Baytrain Treherbert - Cardiff Bay
39 min
£6–11
Drive 17.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porth to Cardiff Baycar 17.6 mi
32 min
£5–7
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Porth Interchange Bay 5 to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132
1h 58m
£10–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porth to Cardiff Baytaxi 17.6 mi
32 min
£80–100

Porth to Cardiff Bay by train

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Distance: 15.9 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Porth, Wales and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Porth to Cardiff Bay hourly. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Porth Interchange Bay 5 to Greyfriars Road GF every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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