What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Customhouse Street JW. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Cardiff is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff without a car is to line 304 bus and train which takes 1h and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 1h to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff bus from?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Customhouse Street JW station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff is 13 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1542+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 304 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff by bus, train, taxi, car, or towncar

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 304 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Barry Hotel304
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff CentralBridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h
Drive 12.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff12.5 mi
23 min
£4–5
Line 304 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JW304
1h 23m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Cardiff12.5 mi
23 min
£29–35
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff12.5 mi
23 min
Line 905 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Rhoose station905
2. Take the train from Rhoose to Cardiff CentralBridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 29m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 14 mi
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What companies run services between Cardiff Airport (CWL), Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JW hourly, and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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