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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gaer is to line 30 bus which costs £2 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gaer is to train which takes 11 min and costs £6 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gaer?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West Grove and arriving at Harlech Retail Park. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Gaer?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Newport (S Wales). Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gaer?

The distance between Cardiff and Gaer is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gaer without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs £6 - £7.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Newport (S Wales) takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gaer bus from?

Cardiff to Gaer bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from West Grove station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gaer train from?

Cardiff to Gaer train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Gaer?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gaer is to train which takes 11 min and costs £6 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 30 bus, which costs £2 and takes 41 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Gaer bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gaer bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Harlech Retail Park station.

Where does the Cardiff to Gaer train arrive?

Cardiff to Gaer train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gaer?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gaer is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Cardiff to Gaer.

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

Book your Cardiff to Gaer train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Gaer?

There are 1474+ hotels available in Gaer.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff to Gaer?

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

Cardiff to Gaer - 5 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, rideshare, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Gaer 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newport (S Wales)Swansea - London Paddington / ...
11 min
£6–7
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff to Newport12.7 mi
33 min
£1–5
Line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from West Grove to Harlech Retail Park30
41 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Gaer12.4 mi
20 min
£45–60
Drive 12.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gaer12.4 mi
20 min
£4–5

Cardiff to Gaer by train

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 11 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Gaer, Newport, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Newport (S Wales) every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–7 and the journey takes 11 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Cardiff Bus operates a bus from West Grove to Harlech Retail Park every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 41 min.

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