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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Margam is to bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 which costs £6 and takes 1h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Margam is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Margam?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Margam. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Earl Road via Port Talbot Bus Station 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Margam?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Margam. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Margam?

The distance between Cardiff and Margam is 34 miles. The road distance is 31.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Margam without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £15 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 44 min to get from Cardiff to Margam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Margam bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Margam train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Margam?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Margam is to train which takes 44 min and costs £15 - £29. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £19 and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Cardiff to Margam bus arrive?

Cardiff to Margam bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Port Talbot Bus Station 9.

Where does the Cardiff to Margam train arrive?

Cardiff to Margam train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Port Talbot Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Margam?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Margam is 31 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cardiff to Margam.

Where can I stay near Margam?

There are 1128+ hotels available in Margam.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Margam by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
44 min
£16–29
Bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Pheonix Avenuebus X1
1h 57m
£6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station 9bus 201 / ...
1h 12m
£9–18
Drive 31.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Margamcar 31.3 mi
35 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Margamtaxi 31.3 mi
35 min
£140–170

Cardiff to Margam by train and bus

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Distance: 33.8 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £14–26 and the journey takes 30 min. Transport for Wales also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station 9 hourly. Tickets cost £6–16 and the journey takes 55 min.

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