What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Caerphilly?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Caerphilly is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Caerphilly?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Caerphilly is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Caerphilly?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heath Hospital Main Entrance and arriving at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Caerphilly?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Caerphilly. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Caerphilly?

The distance between Cardiff and Caerphilly is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Caerphilly without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Caerphilly without a car is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Caerphilly?

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Caerphilly takes 16 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Caerphilly bus from?

Cardiff to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Heath Hospital Main Entrance station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Caerphilly train from?

Cardiff to Caerphilly train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Caerphilly is to train which takes 16 min and costs £5 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Caerphilly bus arrive?

Cardiff to Caerphilly bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Caerphilly Library / The Twyn station.

Where does the Cardiff to Caerphilly train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Caerphilly is 8 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Cardiff to Caerphilly.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Caerphilly?

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Caerphilly by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to CaerphillyPenarth - Caerphilly / ...
16 min
£5–7
Drive 7.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Caerphilly7.9 mi
19 min
£2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heath Hospital Main Entrance to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn86X / ...
26 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Caerphilly7.9 mi
19 min
£19–24

Cardiff to Caerphilly by train

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Distance: 7.1 mi
Duration: 16 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Caerphilly, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Caerphilly every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 16 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Heath Hospital Main Entrance to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn hourly. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 26 min.

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