What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bath?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bath is to bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bath?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bath is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Castle to Bath. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at James Street West via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Castle and Bath?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bath Spa. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Bath?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Bath is 50 miles. The road distance is 51.2 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Castle to Bath without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bath without a car is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £22 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Castle to Bath?

The train from Cardiff Central to Bath Spa takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Bath bus from?

Cardiff Castle to Bath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Bath train from?

Cardiff Castle to Bath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Castle to Bath?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Bath is to train which takes 1h 16m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 27m.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Bath bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Bath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Bath train arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Bath train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bath Spa station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Castle to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Castle to Bath is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Cardiff Castle to Bath.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Castle to Bath?

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Where can I stay near Bath?

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Cardiff Castle to Bath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Bath 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bath Spatrain Cardiff Central - Fareham / ...
1h 16m
£22–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to James Street Westbus 39 / ...
2h 27m
£6–10
Drive 50.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Bathcar 50.9 mi
1h 16m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Castle to Bathtaxi 50.9 mi
1h 16m
£110–140

Cardiff Castle to Bath by foot and train

113Weekly Services

1h 16mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 49.9 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Cardiff Castle, Wales and Bath, England?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bath Spa hourly. Tickets cost £22–45 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cardiff Castle to James Street West via Cardiff North Road, Bristol Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 2h 27m.

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