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

The cheapest way to get from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay is to drive which takes 1h 11m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Chippenham and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Town Bridge and arriving at Millennium Centre via Sophia Gardens and Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Chippenham and Cardiff Bay?

No, there is no direct train from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay. However, there are services departing from Chippenham and arriving at Cardiff Central via Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay?

The distance between Chippenham and Cardiff Bay is 85 miles. The road distance is 58 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £28 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay, including transfers.

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

Chippenham to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Town Bridge station.

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

Chippenham to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay?

The best way to get from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £28 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Chippenham to Cardiff Bay bus arrive?

Chippenham to Cardiff Bay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Chippenham to Cardiff Bay train arrive?

Chippenham to Cardiff Bay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Chippenham to Cardiff Bay is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 11m to drive from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay?

There are 1541+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay.

Chippenham to Cardiff Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay by train, bus, 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
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 38m
£29–62
Drive 57.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chippenham to Cardiff Bay57.7 mi
1h 11m
£15–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Bridge to Sophia Gardens804
2h 38m
£19–27
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Chippenham to Bristol Temple MeadsLondon Paddington - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 51m
£18–44
Line 231 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Redland School to Bus Station231
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 7m
£23–35

Chippenham to Cardiff Bay by train

189Weekly Trains

1h 38mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 84.2 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Chippenham, Wiltshire, England and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Swindon to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £22–50 and the journey takes 58 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Town Bridge to Sophia Gardens 4 times a week. Tickets cost £18–25 and the journey takes 2h 10m.

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