What is the cheapest way to get from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff is to bus which costs £3 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £65 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Vale of Glamorgan and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Hilary Junction and arriving at Ninian Park PH. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Vale of Glamorgan and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Llantwit Major and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff?

The distance between Vale of Glamorgan and Cardiff is 17 miles. The road distance is 13.6 miles.

How do I travel from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff without a car is to bus which takes 28 min and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff?

The bus from St Hilary Junction to Ninian Park PH takes 28 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff bus from?

Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from St Hilary Junction station.

Where do I catch the Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff train from?

Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llantwit Major station.

Train or bus from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff is to bus which takes 28 min and costs £3. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff bus arrive?

Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Ninian Park PH station.

Where does the Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff train arrive?

Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff is 14 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff.

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Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiff by bus, train, taxi, or car

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1. Take the bus from St Hilary Junction to Ninian Park PHbus X2
28 min
£3
Train
1. Take the train from Llantwit Major to Cardiff Centraltrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
45 min
£7–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardifftaxi 13.5 mi
26 min
£65–80
Drive 13.5 mi
1. Drive from Vale of Glamorgan to Cardiffcar 13.5 mi
26 min
£4–5

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 28 min

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from St Hilary Junction to Ninian Park PH every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Llantwit Major to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £7–12 and the journey takes 45 min.

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