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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen is to train which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £6.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Mynydd Machen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen. However, there are services departing from Kingsway GD and arriving at Llanarth Street via Queensway Q5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Mynydd Machen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Crosskeys. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen?

The distance between Cardiff and Mynydd Machen is 17 miles. The road distance is 13.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Crosskeys takes 29 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Mynydd Machen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Mynydd Machen train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen is to train which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus and line 50 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Mynydd Machen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Mynydd Machen train arrive?

Cardiff to Mynydd Machen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crosskeys station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Mynydd Machen is 14 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen?

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Where can I stay near Mynydd Machen?

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Cardiff to Mynydd Machen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 50 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CrosskeysMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
29 min
£5–6
Drive 13.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen13.5 mi
31 min
£4–5
Bus, line 50 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Queensway Q1Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Llanarth Street50
1h 26m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Mynydd Machen13.5 mi
31 min
£50–65
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CaerphillyPenarth - Caerphilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 to Graig View50A / ...
51 min
£8–14

Cardiff to Mynydd Machen by train

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Distance: 16.9 mi
Duration: 29 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Crosskeys hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Llanarth Street via Queensway Q5 in around 1h 26m.

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