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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Fairwater is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Fairwater is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Fairwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Fairwater. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GH and arriving at Post Office via Cwmbran Bus Station Stand D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Fairwater?

The distance between Cardiff and Fairwater is 22 miles. The road distance is 17.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Fairwater without a car is to train and bus which takes 50 min and costs £13 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Cardiff to Fairwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Fairwater bus from?

Cardiff to Fairwater bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GH station.

Where does the Cardiff to Fairwater bus arrive?

Cardiff to Fairwater bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Fairwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Fairwater is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Cardiff to Fairwater.

Where can I stay near Fairwater?

There are 1583+ hotels available in Fairwater.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Fairwater?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff and Fairwater. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff to Fairwater - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, taxi

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

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 CwmbranCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Cwmbran Bus Station Stand D to Post Office5A / ...
50 min
£13–16
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Cwmbran18.2 mi
38 min
£3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Cwmbran Bus Station Stand EX3
1h 10m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Fairwater17.1 mi
27 min
£35–50
Drive 17.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Fairwater17.1 mi
27 min
£5–7

Cardiff to Fairwater by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 21.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Fairwater, Torfaen, Wales?

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 51 min.

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