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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £17.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles. However, there are services departing from O'Leary Drive and arriving at Newton Road via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Swansea Bus Station Stand W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

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

The distance between Cardiff Bay (Water) and Mumbles is 52 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles, including transfers.

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

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles.

Where can I stay near Mumbles?

There are 1154+ hotels available in Mumbles.

Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumbles by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand W to Newton Roadbus 2A / ...
1h 57m
Drive 48.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumblescar 48.1 mi
1h 6m
£12–17
Bus via Talbot Street
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
2h 34m
£19–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Bay (Water) to Mumblestaxi 48.1 mi
1h 6m
£110–140
Line 9 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Prospect Place to Lower St Mary Street NBbus 9
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand W to Southend Parkbus 3A
2h 40m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand W to Southend Parkbus 3A
3h 37m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 52 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand B every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–22 and the journey takes 1h 15m.

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