DIRECTIONS / TRAVEL

BY CAR

Cardiff is right on the national motorway system. The M4 runs through the north of the city, making London a comfortable drive away. From the Midlands, the North of England and Scotland it is a straightforward drive via the M6, M5 and M50/M4. From the South and South West of England the approach is by M5 and M4. Access from West Wales is by M4.

Don’t forget if you’re driving into Wales over the Severn Bridge (ie coming from London, Bristol or the East of England) you will need cash ready to pay the toll bridge, they do not accept cards.

Also remember this when setting your Sat Navs or Tom Toms; do not press Avoid Toll Roads, as although it’s a beautiful drive – you’ll get sent loooong way around!

Visit Cardiff: How To Get Here

BY TRAIN

Cardiff is easily accessed by train. First Great Western Trains service Cardiff from London (just over 2hrs), book through their website.

National Express East Coast’s website is quite handy and it’s easy to spot the cheap tickets! National Express East Coast.

You can book tickets from all departure cities on both websites. Remember: Tickets are cheaper purchased well in advance.

BY BUS

Traveling by bus can be the cheapest option when coming from London. National Express (http://www,nationalexpress.com) & Megabus (http://www.megabus.com) often have one-way fares from as low as £3.00 (sometimes 50p!).

TAXI

It’s easy to flag a taxi in Cardiff or there are ranks opposite the Castle, & on St Marys Street. There are also two taxi ranks at Cardiff Central Station, for those arriving by bus or train.

Premier – 02920 555 555 / Dragon – 02920 333 333 / Capitol – 02920 777 777

AIRPORT

Cardiff is served by Cardiff International Airport, which is 25-40 minutes drive from the city, depending on traffic, and is also accessible by public transport:

http://www.tbicardiffairport.com

Bristol Airport is a 40-60 minute drive away, and is also accessible by train & bus:

http://www.bristolairport.co.uk/

AA BREAKDOWN

Should you be unfortunate enough to need assistance, UK emergency breakdown

number – 0800 88 77 66 or 0121 275 3746. From mobile phones: 08457 887766.

(Lines open 24 hours)

AROUND CARDIFF BY BUS & TRAIN

For information on public transport within Cardiff, refer to the Traveline

website: http://www.traveline-cymru.info/

VEHICLE PARKING

Visit the Cardiff Council’s Traffic Site for the latest information on car parking, Park and Ride, voucher parking, pay and display in the city centre (as of October 2007) and maps for car parking or coach parking.

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