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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Frenchay is to bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Frenchay is to train which takes 43 min and costs £11 - £18.

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 Kingsway GD and arriving at Hambrook via Broadmead. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Frenchay?

The distance between Cardiff and Frenchay is 35 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 train which takes 43 min and costs £11 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 43 min 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 FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Frenchay?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Frenchay is to train which takes 43 min and costs £11 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 43m.

Where does the Cardiff to Frenchay bus arrive?

Cardiff to Frenchay bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 48 min to drive from Cardiff to Frenchay.

Where can I stay near Frenchay?

There are 2364+ hotels available in Frenchay.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Frenchay 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
43 min
£11–18
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
1h 43m
£4–11
Drive 38.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Frenchay38.5 mi
48 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Frenchay38.5 mi
48 min
£100–130
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bus Station202 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Centre to Froomshaw Road50
2h 13m

Cardiff to Frenchay by train and bus

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43 minAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 34.9 mi
Duration: 43 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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