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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Llanmaes is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Llanmaes is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £70 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Llanmaes?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 and arriving at Monmouth Way. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Llanmaes?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Llantwit Major. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Llanmaes?

The distance between Cardiff and Llanmaes is 18 miles. The road distance is 14.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llanmaes without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Llantwit Major takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llanmaes bus from?

Cardiff to Llanmaes bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Llanmaes train from?

Cardiff to Llanmaes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Llanmaes?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Llanmaes is to train which takes 41 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h.

Where does the Cardiff to Llanmaes bus arrive?

Cardiff to Llanmaes bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Monmouth Way station.

Where does the Cardiff to Llanmaes train arrive?

Cardiff to Llanmaes train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llantwit Major station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Llanmaes?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Llanmaes is 14 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Cardiff to Llanmaes.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanmaes?

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Cardiff to Llanmaes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Llanmaes by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Llantwit MajorRhymney - Bridgend / ...
41 min
£5–6
Drive 14.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Llanmaes14.4 mi
26 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Monmouth Way304
2h
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Llanmaes14.4 mi
26 min
£70–90

Cardiff to Llanmaes by train

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41 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 17.8 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Llantwit Major hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Monmouth Way every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 2h.

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