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

The cheapest way to get from Machen to Cardiff is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Machen to Cardiff is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Machen and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Machen to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Machen War Memorial and arriving at Kingsway GD via Queensway Q1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Machen to Cardiff?

The distance between Machen and Cardiff is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machen to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 42 min to get from Machen to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machen to Cardiff bus from?

Machen to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Machen War Memorial station.

Where does the Machen to Cardiff bus arrive?

Machen to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 15A station.

Can I drive from Machen to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Machen to Cardiff is 12 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Machen to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Machen to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and line 50 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Machen to Cardiff by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Machen Primary School to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 1050
2. Take the train from Caerphilly to Cardiff Queen StreetCaerphilly - Penarth / ...
42 min
£8–11
Drive 12.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machen to Cardiff12.1 mi
25 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Machen to Cardiff12.1 mi
25 min
£45–60
Line 50 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Machen War Memorial to Market Square 15A50A / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
57 min
£7–10

Machen to Cardiff by bus and train

47Weekly Services

42 minAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

You can take a bus from Machen War Memorial to Kingsway GD via Market Square 15A and Queensway Q1 in around 57 min.

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