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Transport

Trafnidiaeth

Getting around Cardiff by bus, train, bike, or car. Everything you need to know about routes, fares, and parking.

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Buses

Cardiff Bus is the main bus operator in Cardiff, running routes across the city and surrounding areas. They offer an app with live tracking so you can see exactly when your bus is arriving.

Fares

Single: £2.20
Day to Go: £4.20 (unlimited travel for the day)
Weekly: from £17

Discounts available for under 16s and over 60s.

Freeport City Centre Shuttle

There is a free shuttle bus operating around the city centre — handy for quick trips between key stops without spending a penny.

Cardiff Bus website Download the app

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Trains

Transport for Wales (TfW) operates rail services across Cardiff and South Wales. Cardiff has excellent rail connections both locally and nationally.

Key Stations

Cardiff Central — the main station. Direct services to London (~2 hours), Bristol, Swansea, and beyond.
Queen Street — the hub for Valley Lines services heading north into the valleys.

Local Stations

North Cardiff

Cathays, Heath, Llanishen, Rhiwbina

South Cardiff / Penarth

Grangetown, Dingle Road, Cogan

Transport for Wales website

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Cycling

Cardiff is increasingly bike-friendly with dedicated lanes and hire schemes making it easy to get around on two wheels.

OVO Bikes (Nextbike)

Cardiff's public bike hire scheme. Pick up and drop off bikes at docking stations across the city using the Nextbike app. Great for short trips around the city centre, Cardiff Bay, and university areas.

Taff Trail

The Taff Trail is a traffic-free cycling and walking route that runs from Cardiff city centre all the way north to the Brecon Beacons. Perfect for commuting, leisure rides, or weekend adventures.

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Parking

If you're driving into Cardiff, here's what you need to know about parking options.

On-Street Parking

Most on-street parking in Cardiff is pay-and-display. You can pay using the RingGo or PayByPhone apps — no need for coins.

Park & Ride

Cardiff East Park & Ride (Pentwyn) lets you park for free and catch a bus into the city centre. Ideal for avoiding city centre traffic and parking charges.

Cardiff Council parking info

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