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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Spar via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 and Market Square 21. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

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

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Risca is 29 miles. The road distance is 26.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca without a car is to line 304 bus and train via Barry Hotel which takes 2h 4m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca, including transfers.

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

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

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

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca is 26 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca.

Where can I stay near Risca?

There are 1590+ hotels available in Risca.

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

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

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 via Barry Hotel
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Barry Hotel304
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Risca & Pontymister
2h 4m
Drive 25.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca25.9 mi
41 min
£7–10
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Risca & PontymisterMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca25.9 mi
41 min
£95–120
Line 304 bus, line 151 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1304
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Spar151 / ...
2h 45m
Line 304 bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1304
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 to Friars Walk 1530
3h 26m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Risca.

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Distance: 29.1 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport (CWL), Wales and Risca, Wales?

You can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Spar via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1, Cardiff Central, Newport (S Wales), and Queensway Q5 in around 2h 45m.

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