What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend is to train which costs £4 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Nolton Street via Llantwit Major Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport and Bridgend?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rhoose and arriving at Bridgend. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and Bridgend is 18 miles. The road distance is 15.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £4.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend?

The train from Rhoose to Bridgend takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Bridgend train from?

Cardiff Airport to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhoose station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £4. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and line 303 bus, which costs and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Bridgend bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Bridgend bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Llantwit Major Interchange station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Bridgend train arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bridgend station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport to Bridgend is 15 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend.

Where can I stay near Bridgend?

There are 568+ hotels available in Bridgend.

Cardiff Airport to Bridgend - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 304 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend by train, bus, taxi, car, or towncar

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rhoose to BridgendRhymney - Bridgend / ...
1h 5m
£4
Line 304 bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Llantwit Major Interchange304
2. Take the bus from Llantwit Major Interchange to Nolton Street303
1h 54m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend15.1 mi
29 min
£30–40
Drive 15.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend15.1 mi
29 min
£4–6
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Cardiff Airport to Bridgend15.1 mi
29 min

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport, Wales and Bridgend, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhoose to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £4 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Nolton Street via Llantwit Major Interchange in around 1h 54m.

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