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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Frenchay is to bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Frenchay is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Frenchay?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Frenchay. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Hambrook via Broadmead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Frenchay?

The distance between Cardiff and Frenchay is 49 miles. The road distance is 38.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Frenchay without a car is to bus which takes 1h 32m and costs £10 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Cardiff to Frenchay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Frenchay bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Frenchay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Frenchay?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Frenchay is 39 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Cardiff to Frenchay.

Where can I stay near Frenchay?

There are 2727+ hotels available in Frenchay.

Cardiff to Frenchay - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 16 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Frenchay by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Broadmead to Hambrookbus m3 / ...
1h 32m
£10–22
Bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
1h 42m
£6–10
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Yate Station to Hambrookbus Y2
1h 36m
£19–37
Train, line 16 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the bus from Avon Street to Cross Handsbus 16
1h 54m
£19–35
Drive 38.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Frenchaycar 38.5 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Frenchaytaxi 38.5 mi
49 min
£100–130

Cardiff to Frenchay by bus

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Frenchay.

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Distance: 49.2 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Frenchay, England?

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Hambrook via Bus Station and Broadmead in around 1h 32m.

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