What is the cheapest way to get from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay?

The fastest way to get from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Chepstow and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Chepstow station to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Chepstow Bus Station Stand 4 and arriving at Millennium Centre via Friars Walk 15 and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Chepstow and Cardiff Bay?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chepstow and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Chepstow and Cardiff Bay is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay?

The train from Chepstow to Cardiff Central takes 39 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Chepstow to Cardiff Bay bus from?

Chepstow to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by Newport Bus, depart from Chepstow Bus Station Stand 4.

Where do I catch the Chepstow to Cardiff Bay train from?

Chepstow to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chepstow station.

Train or bus from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 39 min and costs £5 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 73 bus and line 30 bus, which costs and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Chepstow to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Chepstow to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by Newport Bus, arrive at Friars Walk 6 station.

Where does the Chepstow to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

Chepstow to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Chepstow to Cardiff Bay is 31 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay.

How do I get a train ticket from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay?

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Chepstow to Cardiff Bay - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 73 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chepstow to Cardiff CentralCheltenham Spa - Cardiff Central / ...
39 min
£5–17
Line 73 bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Chepstow Bus Station Stand 4 to Friars Walk 673 / ...
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 15 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1430
2h 24m
Drive 30.5 mi
1. Drive from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay30.5 mi
42 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chepstow to Cardiff Bay30.5 mi
42 min
£65–80

Chepstow to Cardiff Bay by train

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Chepstow, Wales and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Chepstow to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £8–17 and the journey takes 39 min. Cross Country also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chepstow Bus Station Stand 4 to Millennium Centre via Friars Walk 6, Friars Walk 15, Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14, and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6 in around 2h 24m.

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