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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gower is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gower is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gower?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Gower. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Southgate Post Office via Swansea Bus Station Stand X. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gower?

The distance between Cardiff and Gower is 57 miles. The road distance is 49.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gower without a car is to train and line 14 bus which takes 2h 10m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Cardiff to Gower, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gower bus from?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Gower bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gower bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gower?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gower is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Cardiff to Gower.

Where can I stay near Gower?

There are 1045+ hotels available in Gower.

Cardiff to Gower - 5 ways to travel via train, line 14 bus, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Gower 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, line 14 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand X to Southgate Post Officebus 14
2h 10m
Drive 49.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gowercar 49.3 mi
1h 7m
£12–18
Bus, line 14 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand X to Southgate Post Officebus 14
2h 27m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Gowertaxi 49.3 mi
1h 7m
£110–140
Bus, line 14 bus via Cardiff North Road
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand X to Southgate Post Officebus 14
2h 32m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 57 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Southgate Post Office via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Swansea Bus Station Stand X in around 2h 27m.

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