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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £21 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Westgate Buildings and arriving at Prospect Place via Bus Station and Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

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

The distance between Bath and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 51 miles. The road distance is 55.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water), including transfers.

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

Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Westgate Buildings station.

Train or bus from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 1h 26m and costs £21 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 6m.

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

Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water).

Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1546+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 26m
£22–32
Drive 54.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water)54.8 mi
1h 28m
£14–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate Buildings to Bus StationX39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
3h 6m
Bus via Airport Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Broad Quay to Public Transport InterchangeA4
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910
3h 37m

Bath to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train and bus

130Weekly Services

1h 26mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 50.7 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Bath, England and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bath Spa to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £19–30 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate Buildings to Prospect Place via Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Kingsway GR in around 3h 6m.

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