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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Letton Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Rhoose and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff University is 14 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Rhoose to Cardiff Central takes 35 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus, which costs and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Letton Road station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University is 12 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University.

Where can I stay near Cardiff University?

There are 1549+ hotels available in Cardiff University.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff Airport and Cardiff University. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University - 5 ways to travel via train

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rhoose to Cardiff CentralBridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 24m
£5–6
Drive 12.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University12.1 mi
25 min
£3–5
Line 304 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Letton Road304
1h 28m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff University12.1 mi
25 min
£28–35
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Cardiff University12.1 mi
25 min

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 14 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Rhoose to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Airport to Letton Road hourly, and the journey takes 1h 21m.

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