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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Mathern is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 41 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Mathern is to train which takes 39 min and costs £19 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Mathern?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Mathern. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Hayes Gate via Friars Walk 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Mathern?

The distance between Cardiff and Mathern is 31 miles. The road distance is 29.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mathern without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 39 min to get from Cardiff to Mathern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Mathern bus from?

Cardiff to Mathern bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Mathern?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mathern is to train which takes 39 min and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 73 bus, which costs and takes 1h 46m.

Where does the Cardiff to Mathern bus arrive?

Cardiff to Mathern bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newport Train Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Mathern?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Mathern is 29 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Cardiff to Mathern.

Where can I stay near Mathern?

There are 492+ hotels available in Mathern.

Cardiff to Mathern - 6 ways to travel via train, line 73 bus, car, taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Mathern 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
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Chepstowtrain Cardiff Central - Cheltenham Spa / ...
39 min
£19–31
Drive 28.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Matherncar 28.9 mi
41 min
£8–11
Train, line 73 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newport (S Wales)train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 7 to Hayes Gatebus X74 / ...
1h 32m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Matherntaxi 28.9 mi
41 min
£60–80
Bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 7 to Hayes Gatebus X74 / ...
1h 46m
Line 30 bus, line 73 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 to Friars Walk 15bus 30
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 7 to Hayes Gatebus X74 / ...
2h 9m

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Mathern.

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Distance: 31.1 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Chepstow hourly. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 34 min. Cross Country also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Hayes Gate via Newport Train Station and Friars Walk 7 in around 1h 46m.

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