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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Machen is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Machen is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Machen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Machen. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Machen Primary School via Queensway Q5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 27m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Machen?

The distance between Cardiff and Machen is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Machen without a car is to train and bus which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Cardiff to Machen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Machen bus from?

Cardiff to Machen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Cardiff to Machen bus arrive?

Cardiff to Machen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Queensway Q1 station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Machen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Machen is 12 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Cardiff to Machen.

Where can I stay near Machen?

There are 1596+ hotels available in Machen.

Cardiff to Machen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and line 50 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Machen by train, bus, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to CaerphillyPenarth - Caerphilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 to Dranllwyn Lane50A / ...
46 min
£8–14
Drive 12.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Machen12.1 mi
25 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Machen12.1 mi
25 min
£45–60
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Queensway Q1Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Machen Primary School50
1h 27m
£6–10

Cardiff to Machen by train and bus

390Weekly Services

46 minAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11.6 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

You can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Machen Primary School via Queensway Q5 in around 1h 27m.

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