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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Downend is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Downend is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Downend?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Downend. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at The Horseshoe via The Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Downend?

The distance between Cardiff and Downend is 40 miles. The road distance is 39.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Downend without a car is to train and line 19 bus which takes 1h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h to get from Cardiff to Downend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Downend bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Downend bus arrive?

Cardiff to Downend bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Downend?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Downend is 39 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Cardiff to Downend.

Where can I stay near Downend?

There are 2423+ hotels available in Downend.

Cardiff to Downend - 5 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Downend 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, line 19 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Parkway Stn to Cleeve Park Road19
1h
Drive 39.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Downend39.1 mi
50 min
£10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station202 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Centre to The Horseshoe48x
1h 52m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Downend39.1 mi
50 min
£100–130
Bus via Kingsway GD
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Centre to The Horseshoe48x
2h 2m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 40.1 mi
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Downend, South Gloucestershire, England?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to The Horseshoe via Bus Station and The Centre in around 1h 52m.

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