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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Chepstow is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Chepstow is to train which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Chepstow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2 station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Chepstow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Chepstow. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Chepstow?

The distance between Cardiff and Chepstow is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chepstow without a car is to train which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £17.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Chepstow takes 36 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chepstow bus from?

Cardiff to Chepstow bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Chepstow train from?

Cardiff to Chepstow train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Chepstow?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Chepstow is to train which takes 36 min and costs £6 - £17. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £20 and takes 45 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Chepstow bus arrive?

Cardiff to Chepstow bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Cardiff to Chepstow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Chepstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Chepstow is 30 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Cardiff to Chepstow.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Chepstow?

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Where can I stay near Chepstow?

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Cardiff to Chepstow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Chepstow by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ChepstowCardiff Central - Cheltenham Spa / ...
36 min
£6–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2507 / ...
45 min
£10–20
Drive 29.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Chepstow29.9 mi
41 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Chepstow29.9 mi
41 min
£65–80
Line 30 bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 to Friars Walk 1530
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 6 to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 473 / ...
2h 1m

Cardiff to Chepstow by train

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 36 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chepstow hourly. Tickets cost £13–17 and the journey takes 36 min. Cross Country also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2 every 4 hours. Tickets cost £10–20 and the journey takes 45 min.

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