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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gilwern is to train and line 76 bus which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gilwern is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gilwern?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Gilwern. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Gilwern Post Office via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gilwern?

The distance between Cardiff and Gilwern is 37 miles. The road distance is 34 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gilwern without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 38m and costs £22 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Cardiff to Gilwern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gilwern bus from?

Cardiff to Gilwern bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ station.

Where does the Cardiff to Gilwern bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gilwern bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gilwern?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gilwern is 34 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Cardiff to Gilwern.

Where can I stay near Gilwern?

There are 765+ hotels available in Gilwern.

Cardiff to Gilwern - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 76 bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Gilwern 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AbergavennyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Gilwern Post Office76
1h 38m
£22–24
Drive 33.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gilwern33.8 mi
44 min
£9–13
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Gilwern Post Office76
2h 50m
£13–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Gilwern33.8 mi
44 min
£75–90
Train, line 76 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ebbw Vale TownMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2. Take the bus from Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 3 to Gilwern Post Office76
1h 59m
£9–11

Cardiff to Gilwern by train, foot, and bus

201Weekly Services

1h 38mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 37.1 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Gilwern, Wales?

You can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Gilwern Post Office via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 2h 50m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.